Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Viking Industry and Trade
Manufactured objects in Jorvik ...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Medieval Castle
- Bone Trial Piece
- York Guildhall Painted Glass Window
- Viking Silk Cap
- Statue of Napoleon
- Fairfax House
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- Skeldergate Bridge
- The Minster in Viking Times
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- A New Walk