Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Anglo Saxon
What sort of York emerged after the...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Visible Roman York
The Yorkshire Museum in Museum Gar...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Scarborough Bridge
- Mithras and Arimanius
- John Carr - Architect
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Lendal Bridge
- Walmgate Bar
- Viking Coins
- Medieval Prisons
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- The Multangular Tower
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- Ripon College for Women
- Church of St Olave
- Viking Silk Cap
- King Edward III and York
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Silver Strap Ends