Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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The Guilds of York
Guilds are formal groups of citizens...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Anglian Carving
- York Guildhall Painted Glass Window
- Statue of an Athlete
- Inscription to Hecules
- Olive Oil Container
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Medieval Prisons
- Amber Bead Workshop
- Military Belt Fitting
- St Martin Le Grand Church
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Vale of York Viking Hoard
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- The York Hoard
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- Walmgate Bar