Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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A Jewish History Audio Tour
This Trail is produced by IPUP, The...
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Roman Empire Governed from York
The Roman world was governed from w...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Barley Hall
- Mithras and Arimanius
- The Medieval Minster
- A New University
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- The First Railway Station
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- York Central Library
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- The Medieval Castle
- York Castle Museum
- St William's Shrine
- Vikings and Christianity
- Olive Oil Container