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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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
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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 timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- View from Station Rise
- The York Helmet
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- 62 Low Petergate
- The York Hoard
- Hair of a Roman Girl
- The 1190 Massacre
- Dick Turpin
- Norman Window Frame
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- Rowntree Park
- Amber Bead Workshop
- The Norman House