York: History Museum
Places and attractions in the History museum category
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Yorkshire Museum
Buried treasures and natural history Nestled in the heart of the historic city of York, the Yorkshire Museum is a treasure trove of antiquities and a beacon of cultural heritage. Situated in the picturesque Museum Gardens, this institution is renowned for its extensive collections that span millions of...
Goddards
Nestled within the historical city of York, Goddards is a charming museum that offers visitors a glimpse into the life of one of the city's most prominent families—the Terry family, famed for their chocolate-making legacy.
Mansion House
Mansion House in York, United Kingdom, is an exquisite example of Georgian architecture and a significant cultural landmark that serves as a museum, offering visitors a glimpse into the city's rich history. This elegant residence has been the home of the Lord Mayor of...
York Castle Museum
Nestled within the historic city of York, the York Castle Museum offers a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of England's past. Situated on the site of the original York Castle, which was originally built by William the Conqueror in 1068, the museum is an...
Jorvik Viking Centre
Time capsule-style Viking attraction Delving into the depths of York's historical roots, the Jorvik Viking Centre stands as a testament to the city's rich Norse heritage. Established on the site of one of the most significant archaeological discoveries in England, this museum offers an immersive...
Barley Hall
Nestled in the heart of the historic city of York, Barley Hall is a hidden gem that transports visitors back to the medieval period. This reconstructed townhouse, originally built around 1360, was once home to the Priors of Nostell and the Mayor of York.
Treasurer's House
Treasurer's House in York, United Kingdom, is a historical gem tucked away behind York Minster. This well-preserved museum was once the residence of the treasurers of York Minster and boasts a rich history that spans over 2,000 years.
Fairfax House
Fairfax House, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of York, United Kingdom, stands as a testament to the splendor of 18th-century architecture and design. This exquisite Georgian townhouse, now operating as a museum, transports visitors back to the grandeur of the city's...
Merchant Adventurers' Hall
Nestled in the heart of the historic city of York, the Merchant Adventurers' Hall stands as a testament to the city's rich past. This stunning timber-framed building, dating back to the 14th century, was built by a fraternity of merchants known as the Merchant...
Bar Convent
The Convent of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin at Micklegate Bar, York, better known as The Bar Convent Living Heritage Centre, is the oldest surviving Catholic convent in England, established in 1686.
Henry VII Experience at Micklegate Bar
The Henry VII Experience at Micklegate Bar, is located in the southern gatehouse of the historical city walls of York, England.
Beningbrough Hall
Beningbrough Hall is a large Georgian mansion near the village of Beningbrough, North Yorkshire, England, and overlooks the River Ouse. It has baroque interiors, cantilevered stairs, wood carving and central corridors which run the length of the house.
York Debtor's Prison
York Debtor's Prison is a former Debtor's prison and Grade I Listed building located in York, North Yorkshire. Since 1952 it has been part of the York Castle Museum.
Sutton Park
Sutton Park is an 18th-century Georgian English country house situated on the edge of the village of Sutton-on-the-Forest, North Yorkshire. It is approximately 10 miles north of York, in the ancient Forest of Galtres. The house, a Grade I listed building, is open to the public for part of the year.
Female Prison
The Female Prison is a former women's prison and a Grade I Listed building located in York, North Yorkshire.
Cold War Bunker
The York Cold War Bunker is a two-storey, semi-subterranean, Cold War bunker in the Holgate area of York, England, built in 1961 to monitor nuclear explosions and fallout in Yorkshire, in the event of nuclear war.
Richard III Experience at Monk Bar
The Richard III Experience at Monk Bar is located in Monk Bar, the tallest of the four gatehouses in the historical city walls of York, England. It describes the life of Richard III, the last king of the Plantagenet dynasty.
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