Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Sixties York
- Norman Window Frame
- The Roman Fortress
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- Monk Bar
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- Transport Moves On
- William Etty, Artist
- The Battle of the Standard
- King Edward III and York
- York's Coat of Arms
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Viking Coins
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Royal Station Hotel
- The White Rose of York
- Lendal Bridge