Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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Roman Empire Governed from York
The Roman world was governed from w...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York Central Library
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- 62 Low Petergate
- Military Belt Fitting
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- The Basilica
- The Railway Institute
- Vikings and Christianity
- A New University
- The End of the Abbey
- New Earswick
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- The Victorian Prison Building
- Guy Fawkes
- Ripon College for Women
- Margaret Clitherow
- Jewbury Cemetery