Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Bronze weights
- The End of the Abbey
- Anglian Cross
- The First Railway Station
- The Norman Castle
- Crest of York St John College
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- Industrial Upheaval
- Lendal Tower
- A Pipkin
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- The Red Tower
- Plum Cakes for Christmas
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- Roman Head Pot
- The Medieval Castle
- King Edward III and York