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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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Margaret Clitherow
- Statue of the God Mars
- Viking Silk Cap
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- Queen Margaret's Arch
- York Union Gas Works
- First World War York
- Bootham School
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle
- The Norman Castle
- York's Airfield
- York and the Holocaust
- Mary Ward
- Statue of an Athlete
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- Bone Trial Piece