Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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The End of Roman York
Eboracum (Roman York) remained an i...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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The Guilds of York
Guilds are formal groups of citizens...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Daniel Defoe's York
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Central Methodist Chapel
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- A New Walk
- Anglian Cross
- Norman Window Frame
- Micklegate Bar
- York's Airfield
- The Minster after the Reformation
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- The 1190 Massacre
- York Bombed
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior