Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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Roman
The city was founded in or around AD...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Mystery Plays
- Transport Moves On
- The Horn of Ulf
- The Greyfriars
- Gold Finger Ring
- Church of St Wilfrid
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- The Roman Fortress
- Bone Trial Piece
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- Viking Male Grooming
- The Mansion House
- Jubbergate
- York St John in the 20th Century
- Treasurer's House
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- The Council of Arles