Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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Viking Industry and Trade
Manufactured objects in Jorvik ...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Bootham Bar
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Roman Chimney Pot
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- The Debtors' Prison
- York's first historian: Francis Drake
- Jubbergate
- The Hospitium
- Victoria Bar
- Jewbury Cemetery
- Joseph Aloysius Hansom
- Second World War York
- Viking Boot
- Viking Male Grooming
- Gold Arm Ring
- The New Theatre
- Ripon College for Women