Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Jewbury Cemetery
- The Medieval Castle
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- Gold Arm Ring
- View from Station Rise
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Lendal Bridge
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Statue of an Athlete
- A New Walk
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Church of St Helen
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- First World War Memorial
- The George Fox Incident
- York St John in the 20th Century
- Mary Ward