Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Gold Arm Ring
- The Guildhall
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- The Shambles
- St Crux's Church
- York Garrison
- Crest of York St John College
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Viking Sword Pommel
- King Richard III and York
- Bronze weights
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- Yorkshire Museum
- The Black Death
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- King Edward III and York
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers