Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Anglian Cross
- William Etty, Artist
- Statue of the God Mars
- Medieval Prisons
- The Battle of the Standard
- New Earswick
- Skeldergate Bridge
- The Council of Arles
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Lendal Bridge
- York Union Gas Works
- A New Vision For York
- The York Observatory
- The Black Death
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall