Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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Cars and Consumers
Like most cities in the Western worl...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York Guildhall Painted Glass Window
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Our Lady's Row
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- The Cawood Sword
- Eric Bloodaxe
- The Norman Castle
- Water Lanes
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- All Saints Church, North Street
- King Edward III and York
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey