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Unlocked!

18 to 22 June and 25 to 29 June, The Old Palace, Dean’s Park

Unlocked! exhibition

The Old Palace is a treasure trove of stories waiting to be discovered. Unlocked! is an opportunity to explore some of these more interesting curiosities.  The exhibition focusses on stories from York Minster’s Historic Collections including:

  • The tale of Jonathan Martin who burnt down the Minster in 1829
  • How the Civil War affected York
  • The story of St George and the Dragon
  • The creation of a 3D Bestiary
  • Royal Coronations throughout the ages
  • Creation & Apocalypse: stories from the Great East Window.

Admission: on the door £3, £2 Friends of York Minster, Free with Entry Admission ticket from York Minster (£9)

Opening hours: 12-4pm Monday to Friday

For more information visit www.yorkminster.org/learning/the-historic-collections/whats-on1/