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Welcome to Dr Johnson's House

'...when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life'

Discover the world of Dr Samuel Johnson, England's most distinguished Man of Letters

Opening Hours
Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm

Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Free Talks Every Wednesday & Friday

Join us for volunteer-led talks.
Wednesdays at 2:30pm - Dr Johnson’s Dictionary: an extraordinary feat of lexicography

Fridays 2:30pm - A City of Change: Living in 18th-Century London 

Included with admission.

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Walk & Visit

Wednesday 10 June
1pm - 3pm


Take a fascinating walk through the heart of literary London and visit the home of its most famous resident writer, Samuel Johnson.

Death Rituals & Grief: In Conversation with Sofka Zinovieff & Julia Samuel

Wednesday 10 June
6.30pm - 8pm


Join acclaimed author Sofka Zinovieff and leading psychotherapist Julia Samuel for a fascinating exploration of the relationships that touch us and hurt us most: those with our family.

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Museum Lates

Thursday 17 June
5.30pm - 7pm


Enjoy sparkling drinks and discover one of London's best-kept secrets!

Britain & The American Dream

Wednesday 1 July
6.30pm - 8pm


Bestselling historian Peter Moore traces how Enlightenment ideas were exported from Britain and put into practice in America - where they became the most successful export of all time, the American Dream.

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Become a Member

Join us and enjoy unlimited free entry! Your Membership provides critical support for the future of Dr Johnson's House.

Desks, Drudgery and the Dictionary: Samuel Johnson’s Garret Lexicography

Current Exhibition
Free with Admission

We showcase new aspects of Johnson's garret lexicography, exploring why the garret was so important in Johnson's move to Gough Square.

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Discover Johnson's Dictionary

Explore the story behind Samuel Johnson’s groundbreaking Dictionary of the English Language and its lasting impact.

Children Welcome!

We've been welcoming children since 1752, when 8-year old Francis Barber came to live with Samuel Johnson.

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