Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Minster after the Reformation
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Minster Library
- Stonegate
- York St John in the 20th Century
- The End of the Abbey
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- Bones of a Roman Combatant
- Middleham Jewel
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- View from Station Rise
- Margaret Clitherow
- Barley Hall
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- The Shambles