Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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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 Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Social Centre of the North
York had changed. Attempts to...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Anglian York
Anglo-Saxons were living in and arou...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Female Prison
- New Earswick
- Bootham Bar
- Holy Trinity Church
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- York Bombed
- Barley Hall
- The White Rose of York
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- Church of St Olave
- The Retreat
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Monk Bar
- Artists, Writers and Scientists
- A New Vision For York
- Treasurer's House
- York Guildhall Painted Glass Window