Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Mithras and Arimanius
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- Skeldergate Bridge
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- York Union Gas Works
- Statue of Napoleon
- Barley Hall
- Jubbergate
- Coppergate & Jorvik Viking Centre
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle
- The York Helmet
- New Shopping Centres
- St Crux's Church
- Holy Trinity Church
- York's Airfield
- Treasurer's House