Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Anglian York
Anglo-Saxons were living in and arou...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Judges Lodging
- Industrial Upheaval
- Vale of York Viking Hoard
- Olive Oil Container
- The Norman Minster
- Statue of an Athlete
- The Retreat
- The Minster in Viking Times
- York Castle Museum
- Royal Station Hotel
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Minster Library
- Viking Silk Cap
- The Minster after the Reformation
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- The Newgate Cross Shaft