Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Anglian York
Anglo-Saxons were living in and arou...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- Norman Window Frame
- Viking Coins
- The Roman Fortress
- The Guildhall
- King Edward II and York
- Holy Trinity Church
- Church of St Helen
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- The Hospitium
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- The Railway King: George Hudson
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- The Head Office of the North Eastern Railway