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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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- Bootham Park Hospital (formerly York Lunatic Asylum)
- Church of St Olave
- The York Hoard
- York's Airfield
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- The 1190 Massacre
- Viking Coins
- The Medieval Castle
- Roman Chimney Pot
- King's Manor Tudor and Stuart
- All Saints Church, North Street
- York Bombed
- Constantius Chlorus
- Central Methodist Chapel
- King's Manor - Victorian
- Norman Window Frame
- York Central Library