Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Viking Industry and Trade
Manufactured objects in Jorvik ...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- William Etty, Artist
- The Minster in Viking Times
- The Multangular Tower
- The Black Death
- The Medieval Abbey
- De Grey Rooms
- York St John in the 20th Century
- The Basilica
- York and the Holocaust
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- The York Hoard
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Daniel Defoe's York
- King Edward III and York
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Royal Station Hotel