Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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Social Centre of the North
York had changed. Attempts to...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Our Lady's Row
- Medieval Prisons
- Lendal Bridge
- The Basilica
- A New University
- Church of St Olave
- King Richard II and York
- York Central Library
- Schools in Tudor and Stuart York
- All Saints Church, North Street
- The Multangular Tower
- The Norman Minster
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers
- Military Belt Fitting
- Gold Finger Ring
- Clifford's Tower
- Royal Station Hotel