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One thousand year old Viking sword comes home to Yorkshire

One thousand year old Viking sword comes home to Yorkshire

Dated: 18/12/2007

One of the finest Viking swords ever discovered is coming home to Yorkshire after being kept behind closed doors for more than 50 years.  Read more

Viking Treasure Hoard Uncovered

Viking Treasure Hoard Uncovered

Dated: 20/07/2007

York Museums Trust is working with the British Museum to acquire the hoard. Read more

Mystery Object of the Month

Mystery Object of the Month

Throughout 2008

Each month we are choosing a mystery object to puzzle you with as part of The Mystery Files Read more

Calling all teachers

Calling all teachers

Spring 2008

Take a look at our downloadable museum trails for schools Read more

What our Visitors Think

'We came for the Vikings but found the whole Museum excellent.'

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