Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Amber Bead Workshop
- All Saints Church, North Street
- Norman Window Frame
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- York's Airfield
- Joseph Aloysius Hansom
- King Edward III and York
- Inside the Roman Fortress
- Fishergate Bar
- Mary Ward
- York Union Gas Works
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- 62 Low Petergate
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- View from Station Rise
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- Bathurst House 86, Micklegate
- Statue of the God Mars