Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
-
Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
-
The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
-
The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
-
Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
-
Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
-
City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
-
After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
-
Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York Garrison
- King's Manor Tudor and Stuart
- Bone Trial Piece
- The Victorian Prison Building
- The Abbot's House
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- The Hospitium
- Teaching the Poor
- Industrial Upheaval
- Mary Ward
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Gold Finger Ring
- The Red Tower
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- Viking Silk Cap
- Constantius Chlorus
- Inscription to Hecules
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers