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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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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A Jewish History Audio Tour
This Trail is produced by IPUP, The...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- York in the fifteenth Century
- Judges Lodging
- Water Lanes
- The 1190 Massacre
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- York Guildhall Painted Glass Window
- King Edward II and York
- Eric Bloodaxe
- Amber Bead Workshop
- Treasurer's House
- Fishergate Bar
- Church of St Olave
- Rebuilt in Stone
- Viking Silk Cap
- The New Theatre
- The Railway Institute
- York Garrison