Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Shackleton's Tin of Rowntree's Cocoa
- John Carr - Architect
- The Bar Convent
- Anglian Cross
- Bootham Park Hospital (formerly York Lunatic Asylum)
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Minster Library
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- The Retreat
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- Skeldergate Bridge
- All Saints Church, North Street
- Lendal Tower
- Roman Head Pot
- The York Helmet
- Military Belt Fitting
- Scarborough Bridge
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers