Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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The End of Roman York
Eboracum (Roman York) remained an i...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Amber Bead Workshop
- St Crux's Church
- The Greyfriars
- Aldwark Synagogue
- The End of the Abbey
- Central Methodist Chapel
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- York Art Gallery
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- The County Court House
- Clifford's Tower
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Teaching the Poor
- Norman Window Frame
- A New University
- Silver Strap Ends