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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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York St John in the 20th Century
- Viking Male Grooming
- The Yorkshire Museum Moa
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- John Carr - Architect
- Bootham School
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- Clifford's Tower
- Vikings and Christianity
- George Leeman
- Teaching the Poor
- York Bombed
- Mary Ward
- Industrial Upheaval
- Anglian Carving
- The Mystery Plays
- The Victorian Prison Building
- Monk Bar