Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Anglo Saxon
What sort of York emerged after the...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Jubbergate
- Crest of York St John College
- York Garrison
- Monk Bar
- The New Theatre
- Gold Arm Ring
- The York Helmet
- A New Walk
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Viking Boot
- The Guildhall
- Minster Library
- Amber Bead Workshop
- York Guildhall Painted Glass Window
- Royal Station Hotel
- Sixties York