Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- Viking Silk Cap
- York Bombed
- Viking Coins
- The Norman House
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Statue of an Athlete
- St Crux's Church
- Middleham Jewel
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Vikings and Christianity
- Painting of 'Russian Icons'
- Jewbury Cemetery
- Barley Hall
- Aldwark Synagogue