Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Victorian
York didn’t become high...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- The Yorkshire Museum Moa
- Statue of an Athlete
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- Barley Hall
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- Olive Oil Container
- The Victorian Prison Building
- Dick Turpin
- Skeldergate Bridge
- King Edward II and York
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- Holy Trinity Church
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- Industrial Upheaval
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Clifford's Tower