Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Middleham Jewel
- The York Observatory
- York Art Gallery
- York and the Jacobite Rebellions
- The Council of Arles
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Holy Trinity Church
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- Shackleton's Tin of Rowntree's Cocoa
- The White Rose of York
- Monk Bar
- Bone Trial Piece
- St William's Shrine
- Central Methodist Chapel
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Mary Ward
- Viking Silk Cap
- Yorkshire Museum