Samuel Johnson, a professional writer in a new age of print, rose to become one of the greatest literary figures in the English language, redefining how we think about, use, and record language.

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The statue facing 17 Gough Square commemorates the house's most famous quadruped resident, Hodge, Samuel Johnson's cat.

 

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Our Patron, Stephen Fry, Ruminates on the Meaning of Desks at the Launch for Desks, Drudgery and the Dictionary

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All our volunteers are vital to the successful running of the House. In return, we want your time with us to be rewarding, enjoyable and worthwhile.

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We offer educational workshops six days a week in the House as well as materials to be used in the classroom. We have workshops for all age from preschool to U3A.

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As a small, independent charity with a very tight budget, charitable support is essential to achieving modest projects that will make a significant impact. Use the link below to see how you can help.

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Learn more about the key moments in Samuel Johnson's productive and eventful life.

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