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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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Discover the world of Dr Samuel Johnson, England's most distinguished man of letters

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Open Sundays

12pm - 4pm

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Join us this Sunday for a short talk about David Garrick.​

Sunday 22 February - included with admission

Free Talks Every Wednesday & Friday

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

Thursday at 2pm - 18th-Century Costume

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

Included with admission.

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Museum Lates

Thursday 19 February
5.30pm - 7pm

Warm up your February evening with a Museum Late at one of London’s best-kept secrets! Enjoy a glass of fizz and explore the beautiful historic home of the famous Samuel Johnson.

Reading, Writing & Fencing – the ‘Dangerous’ Pursuits of the ‘Black Elite’

Lunchtime Lectures
Tuesday 24 February
12.30pm - 1.45pm

Join us over lunch to hear Angela Morgan explore the lives and achievements of the 'Black Elite' of 18th-century London.

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Queer Georgians: A hidden history of lovers, lawbreakers and homemakers

In Conversation with Anthony Delaney
Wednesday 25 February
6.30pm - 8pm​

Hear the hidden histories of the real people that inspired Gentleman Jack and the gay romances in Bridgerton.

​Gin & the Georgians: A Spirited Evening

Wednesday 4 March
6pm - 8pm​

Enjoy G&Ts with a twist of history and gin tasting! Hear all about how the Georgians were drunk on gin. A spirited experience awaits!

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Dr Johnson's House - Walk & Visit

Wednesday 11 March
1pm - 3pm

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

​Letter Writing Sunday

Sunday 15 March
12pm - 4pm

Try your hand at letter writing in the historic home of Dr Johnson in the heart of the Fleet Street Quarter.

Free with admission

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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

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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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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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