Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Industrialisation
In the latter half of the 19th centu...
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Constantine the Great
Constantine came to Britain w...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Silver Strap Ends
- Jubbergate
- York Castle Museum
- The Female Prison
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- Viking Male Grooming
- Norman Window Frame
- St Martin Le Grand Church
- Treasurer's House
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- The Head Office of the North Eastern Railway
- Constantius Chlorus
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- The Black Death
- The Greyfriars
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- Artists, Writers and Scientists