Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Anglo Saxon
What sort of York emerged after the...
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Barker Tower
- Viking Boot
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- William Etty, Artist
- The Basilica
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- The End of the Abbey
- Bone Trial Piece
- Fourteen Centuries of Learning
- Fire in the Minster
- George Leeman
- The Mystery Plays
- Central Methodist Chapel
- Our Lady's Row
- Church of St Wilfrid
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- King Edward I and York
- John Carr - Architect