Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Industrialisation
In the latter half of the 19th centu...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Anglo Saxon
What sort of York emerged after the...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Treasurer's House
- Viking Coins
- The County Court House
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- The Medieval Castle
- A New Walk
- Industrial Upheaval
- Micklegate Bar
- The Hospitium
- The First Minster
- Victoria Bar
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Margaret Clitherow
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- Lendal Tower
- York's Coat of Arms
- The Female Prison
- New Shopping Centres