Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- John Carr - Architect
- The York Observatory
- The Black Death
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Viking Male Grooming
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- The Red Tower
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Barker Tower
- St William's Shrine
- Lendal Tower
- The Basilica
- All Saints Church, North Street
- Jewbury Cemetery
- Mithras and Arimanius
- Bootham School
- York's Airfield