Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- First World War Memorial
- The Basilica
- Lendal Tower
- The County Court House
- York in the fifteenth Century
- Walmgate Bar
- Guy Fawkes
- Minster Library
- Eric Bloodaxe
- The York Hoard
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers
- Lendal Bridge
- Ripon College for Women
- Church of St Helen
- York Guildhall Painted Glass Window
- Artists, Writers and Scientists