Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Victorian
York didn’t become high...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Norman Minster
- Painting of 'Russian Icons'
- Mithras and Arimanius
- The Medieval Abbey
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- Coppergate & Jorvik Viking Centre
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- Dick Turpin
- York Art Gallery
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Viking Silk Cap
- Queen Margaret's Arch
- Silver Strap Ends
- York Union Gas Works
- The County Court House
- Ouse Bridge