Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- The Bar Convent
- A Pipkin
- Walmgate Bar
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- The End of the Abbey
- Viking Male Grooming
- The 1190 Massacre
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- Clifford's Tower
- Anglian Cross
- The Retreat
- Barley Hall
- Church of St Wilfrid
- The Roman Fortress