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 Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- First World War York
- The Hospitium
- The New Theatre
- Cinema Comes to York
- Gold Arm Ring
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- St William's Shrine
- The Mansion House
- William Etty, Artist
- Minster Library
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Clifford's Tower
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- A New Vision For York
- King Richard II and York
- De Grey Rooms