Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The George Fox Incident
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Dick Turpin
- Treasurer's House
- The County Court House
- The Greyfriars
- The Red Tower
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- The Council of Arles
- Gold Finger Ring
- York Central Library
- Walmgate Bar
- View from Station Rise
- Olive Oil Container
- Medieval Prisons
- King Edward I and York
- Lendal Bridge