Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Liberty of St Peter
Not every part of medieval York came...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Who Were the Vikings?
Vikings were sea-borne Scandinavians...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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A Jewish History Audio Tour
This Trail is produced by IPUP, The...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Barker Tower
- Anglian Carving
- Church of St Olave
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- St Leonard's Hospital
- Mary Ward
- Jubbergate
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- Holy Trinity Church
- Amber Bead Workshop
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels