Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Visible Roman York
The Yorkshire Museum in Museum Gar...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Prehistory
Human beings have lived in the immed...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Council of Arles
- Barker Tower
- Skeldergate Bridge
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- Amber Bead Workshop
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- Rebuilt in Stone
- Plum Cakes for Christmas
- The Debtors' Prison
- Olive Oil Container
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Alcuin of York
- Our Lady's Row
- King's Manor Tudor and Stuart