Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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Social Centre of the North
York had changed. Attempts to...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Roman Empire Governed from York
The Roman world was governed from w...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Viking Silk Cap
- Gold Finger Ring
- The Bar Convent
- Clifford's Tower
- The Roman Fortress
- Bootham School
- Transport Moves On
- Victoria Bar
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- William Etty, Artist
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- The End of the Abbey
- York Central Library
- Elizabeth Boardingham