Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Who Were the Vikings?
Vikings were sea-borne Scandinavians...
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Life in Elizabethan York
In many respects the Elizabethan per...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Norman Minster
- Norman Window Frame
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Crest of York St John College
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- Military Belt Fitting
- Walmgate Bar
- York Railway Station
- Minster Library
- The Norman Abbey
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- Our Lady's Row
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- Transport Moves On
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- The Railway King: George Hudson
- Roman Gods and Goddesses