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Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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Roman Empire Governed from York
The Roman world was governed from w...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Church of St Wilfrid
- The Greyfriars
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- Gold Arm Ring
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- All Saints Church, North Street
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- Glazed Medieval Jug
- Silver Strap Ends
- The Female Prison
- Fishergate Bar
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Jewbury Cemetery
- The Minster after the Reformation