Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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The End of Roman York
Eboracum (Roman York) remained an i...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Social Centre of the North
York had changed. Attempts to...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Fairfax House
- The Horn of Ulf
- The Red Tower
- York Garrison
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Mary Ward
- Guy Fawkes
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- William Etty, Artist
- Bootham School
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- King Edward III and York
- Crest of York St John College
- Middleham Jewel
- The Mystery Plays