Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
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Tudor Troubles Two
The Tudor dynasty was a religious ro...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Roman Fortress
- Teaching the Poor
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- Rowntree Park
- Treasurer's House
- Olive Oil Container
- Ripon College for Women
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- The Yorkshire Museum Moa
- Eric Bloodaxe
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- St Crux's Church
- The Head Office of the North Eastern Railway
- Aldwark Synagogue
- The York Helmet
- Crest of York St John College