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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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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Life in Elizabethan York
In many respects the Elizabethan per...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Mystery Plays
- The Retreat
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- Judges Lodging
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- Jubbergate
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- First World War Memorial
- Joseph Aloysius Hansom
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- The Norman Minster
- Bootham School
- Vikings and Christianity
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- St William's Shrine
- The Female Prison
- Scarborough Bridge