Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Georgian Architecture
York was fortunate to undergo a buil...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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Viking Industry and Trade
Manufactured objects in Jorvik ...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Silver Strap Ends
- The Basilica
- Fishergate Bar
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- Ripon College for Women
- The End of the Abbey
- Church of St Olave
- York Garrison
- Royal Station Hotel
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Rebuilt in Stone
- Bronze weights
- King Edward II and York
- Jewbury Cemetery
- King Richard II and York