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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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Norman Minster
- Walmgate Bar
- The Retreat
- The White Rose of York
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- The County Court House
- Shackleton's Tin of Rowntree's Cocoa
- St William's Shrine
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers
- Viking Silk Cap
- The Hospitium
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- Margaret Clitherow
- The Female Prison