Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Tudor/Stuart
The arrival of the Tudors in 1485, w...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Medieval Abbey
- Plum Cakes for Christmas
- Anglian Cross
- Amber Bead Workshop
- King Edward II and York
- Judges Lodging
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- Bootham Bar
- First World War Memorial
- York Guildhall Painted Glass Window
- Walmgate Bar
- The York Hoard
- Water Lanes
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- Silver Strap Ends
- Viking Silk Cap
- A New Walk
- King Richard III and York