Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Industrialisation
In the latter half of the 19th centu...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Constantine the Great
Constantine came to Britain w...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- Viking Silk Cap
- Jubbergate
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Military Belt Fitting
- The Cawood Sword
- Plum Cakes for Christmas
- Monk Bar
- St William's Shrine
- The County Court House
- Minster Library
- King Edward II and York
- Statue of an Athlete
- Roman Chimney Pot
- A New Walk
- Second World War York
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- Rebuilt in Stone