Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- First World War York
- The Basilica
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- King's Manor Tudor and Stuart
- Viking Silk Cap
- The County Court House
- Jubbergate
- Rebuilt in Stone
- Monk Bar
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- Vikings and Christianity
- Cinema Comes to York
- The New Theatre
- All Saints Church, North Street
- Our Lady's Row
- Lendal Tower
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters