Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Industrialisation
In the latter half of the 19th centu...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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A Jewish History Audio Tour
This Trail is produced by IPUP, The...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- The Mansion House
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- The Mystery Plays
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- Sixties York
- The Council of Arles
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Middleham Jewel
- The Shambles
- The Railway King: George Hudson
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- Olive Oil Container
- Crest of York St John College
- King's Manor - Victorian