Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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An Independent City
For most of the Norman period York,...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers' Almshouse
- The Female Prison
- York Castle Museum
- The Horn of Ulf
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Skeldergate Bridge
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Roman Head Pot
- Royal Station Hotel
- Viking Boot
- Gold Arm Ring
- The End of the Abbey
- Church of St Olave
- The 1190 Massacre
- The Railway King: George Hudson
- York Art Gallery
- Barker Tower
- The York Hoard