Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Norman Window Frame
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Rowntree Park
- The Battle of the Standard
- York's first historian: Francis Drake
- York's Coat of Arms
- Coppergate & Jorvik Viking Centre
- Silver Strap Ends
- Eric Bloodaxe
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- York Castle Museum
- Walmgate Bar
- Viking Boot
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- Skeldergate Bridge
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- York Art Gallery