Star Objects

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William Smith’s Map Created in 1815 by William ‘Strata’ Smith, this represents the first complete geological map of this country. Map of the Museum The Towton Torcs GROUND FLOOR Welcome to the History of York ROMAN YORK: MEET THE PEOPLE OF THE EMPIRE

Statue of Mars This stunning life-size statue of Mars is one of the best preserved pieces of sculpture from Roman Britain.

Roman Head Pot

Mithras Plaque EXTINCT: A WAY OF LIFE

The Middlesbrough Meteorite The Middlesbrough Meteorite hit the earth in 1881. It is about 4,500 million years old and was formed at the same time as the earth and the solar system.

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Ichthyosaur BASEMENT MEDIEVAL YORK: CAPITAL OF THE NORTH

The Middleham Jewel Definitely a wow object, this world-renowned gold pendant is a must see example of medieval craftsmanship.

The York Helmet

The Escrick Ring Romans – Vikings – Medieval – Natural History

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Medieval York: Capital of the North Entrance and Shop After the Ice: Yorkshire’s Prehistoric People Richard III: Man & Myth Roman York: Meet the People of the Empire Finds Lab Star Objects Extinct: A Way of Life Science Lab Female Toilets The History of York: Audio Visual Spectacular The Story of the Rocks: Male Toilets Star Objects William ‘Strata’ Smith

Accessible Toilet and Baby Change School Lunch Space Library

School Lunch Space

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