Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Medieval
York was a dangerous, intriguing, co...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Life in Elizabethan York
In many respects the Elizabethan per...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Medieval Castle
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Hair of a Roman Girl
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- All Saints Church, North Street
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- Margaret Clitherow
- A New Vision For York
- Fairfax House
- Rebuilt in Stone
- The Norman Minster
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- A Pipkin
- Rowntree Park
- Crest of York St John College