Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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An Independent City
For most of the Norman period York,...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- 62 Low Petergate
- Ripon College for Women
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- Hair of a Roman Girl
- King Richard III and York
- Statue of the God Mars
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- The Guildhall
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- Roman Head Pot
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- The Medieval Abbey
- Royal Station Hotel
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- Tombstone of Julia Velva