Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Constantine the Great
Constantine came to Britain w...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- Roman Head Pot
- Viking Boot
- The Bar Convent
- Central Methodist Chapel
- King's Manor Tudor and Stuart
- George Leeman
- Olive Oil Container
- Ripon College for Women
- Artists, Writers and Scientists
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- York Garrison
- Amber Bead Workshop
- Lendal Bridge
- Bone Trial Piece
- Fire in the Minster
- Mary Ward
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill