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Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Silver Strap Ends
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- The Female Prison
- The First Railway Station
- John Carr - Architect
- All Saints Church, North Street
- Our Lady's Row
- Treasurer's House
- Olive Oil Container
- St William's Shrine
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- Mary Ward
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- The Norman House
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Fire in the Minster