Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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The End of Roman York
Eboracum (Roman York) remained an i...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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Victorian
York didn’t become high...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Clifford's Tower
- Viking Sword Pommel
- King Edward II and York
- Glazed Medieval Jug
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- Our Lady's Row
- Fishergate Bar
- Olive Oil Container
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- The First Minster
- Silver Strap Ends
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- York Garrison
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Walmgate Bar
- Is York Cursed?