Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Roman Empire Governed from York
The Roman world was governed from w...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- The Norman House
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- Rebuilt in Stone
- The Retreat
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- York Bombed
- The Medieval Minster
- Bathurst House 86, Micklegate
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- The Medieval Castle
- Barker Tower
- John Carr - Architect
- The Multangular Tower
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Fire in the Minster