Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- King Edward I and York
- View from Station Rise
- Inscription to Hecules
- Constantius Chlorus
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Daniel Defoe's York
- Yorkshire Museum
- Scarborough Bridge
- Our Lady's Row
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- York Central Library
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- The York Observatory
- The Shambles
- The Council of Arles