Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Sixties York
- Viking Sword Pommel
- Water Lanes
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Olive Oil Container
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- The Shambles
- New Earswick
- The York Observatory
- The 1190 Massacre
- Bathurst House 86, Micklegate
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Our Lady's Row
- The Medieval Abbey
- Rebuilt in Stone
- The York Helmet
- The Bar Convent
- The Female Prison