Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Jubbergate
- Fairfax House
- Silver Strap Ends
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- King's Manor Tudor and Stuart
- King Edward II and York
- York Bombed
- First World War Memorial
- Crest of York St John College
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Plum Cakes for Christmas
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- The Assembly Rooms
- Fire in the Minster
- The Bar Convent
- Guy Fawkes