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Welcome to Dr Johnson's House

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

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The House is ready for Christmas! Experience the enchanting atmosphere of Dr Johnson's warm and cosy home this festive season. 

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Georgian Christmas

Find out about Christmas during Dr Johnson's time.

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Christmastime in Samuel Johnson’s life looked slightly different from how we now celebrate the festive period today.

Museum Lates

Thursday 23 January 2025
5.30pm - 7pm

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Enjoy an evening in Dr Samuel Johnson's 17th-century house and explore his wonderful world of words with a glass of bubbly!e!

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Coffee Morning

Wednesday 5 February 2025
10am - 11am

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Enjoy Coffee with the Curator at Dr Johnson's House. Hear the story of the life and work of  one of England's greatest literary figures over a coffee and pastry! 

London's Libertine Women: Sex and the City

Talk - Julie Peakman
Thursday 13 February 2025
6pm - 8pm

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Join Julie Peakman for an evening exploring London's libertine women – sex, scandal, and power at Dr Johnson's House!

2.7 The rake carouses in a tavern full of prostitutes. Engraving by Thomas Bowles, 1735_ed
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Desks, Drudgery and the Dictionary: Samuel Johnson’s Garret Lexicography

Current Exhibition
Free with Admission

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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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