Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Georgian Architecture
York was fortunate to undergo a buil...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Viking Sword Pommel
- Rebuilt in Stone
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Lendal Bridge
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle
- The Shambles
- Sixties York
- The Norman Minster
- All Saints Church, North Street
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- The County Court House
- Medieval Prisons