Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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Victorian
York didn’t become high...
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A Jewish History Audio Tour
This Trail is produced by IPUP, The...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- New Shopping Centres
- The Multangular Tower
- King Edward II and York
- Barley Hall
- Minster Library
- Victoria Bar
- The Hospitium
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- Silver Strap Ends
- Church of St Olave
- Industrial Upheaval
- George Leeman
- The Guildhall
- Painting of 'Russian Icons'
- The Retreat
- The Assembly Rooms