Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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Victorian
York didn’t become high...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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Georgian Architecture
York was fortunate to undergo a buil...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- Norman Window Frame
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- Rebuilt in Stone
- Lendal Bridge
- York's Coat of Arms
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- King Edward II and York
- Fishergate Bar
- The Greyfriars
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- The Victorian Prison Building
- Silver Strap Ends
- Church of St Olave
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- Clifford's Tower