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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Anglian York
Anglo-Saxons were living in and arou...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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A City Worth Visiting
With so much preserved history, attr...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- John Carr - Architect
- Gold Arm Ring
- Second World War York
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Ripon College for Women
- Bootham Bar
- The Victorian Prison Building
- The Guildhall
- George Leeman
- Military Belt Fitting
- Dick Turpin
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- Bone Trial Piece
- The Cawood Sword
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- York Art Gallery