Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Life in Elizabethan York
In many respects the Elizabethan per...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Fairfax House
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- The Battle of the Standard
- Is York Cursed?
- St Crux's Church
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- William Etty, Artist
- Second World War York
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- York Central Library
- Transport Moves On
- Amber Bead Workshop
- The York Hoard
- Anglian Cross