Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Social Centre of the North
York had changed. Attempts to...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The York Hoard
- Bone Trial Piece
- King Richard II and York
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- The Minster in Viking Times
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers
- Water Lanes
- Teaching the Poor
- Silver Strap Ends
- Olive Oil Container
- Church of St Olave
- The York Helmet
- The Hospitium
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Statue of the God Mars
- York Castle Museum