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As the end of another year approaches, it is time to reflect on progress made in the last 18 months, as well as the challenges of the future

Thursday 23 January, 5.30pm - 7pm. £15 (booking fee). Enjoy an evening in Dr Samuel Johnson's 17th-century house

Thursday 30 January, 12.30 - 1.30pm. Free (booking required). The story of Francis Barber and his life around Fleet Street.

Wednesday 5 February, 10 - 11am. £15 (booking fee). Join us for Coffee with the Curator at Dr Johnson's House!

Thursday 13 February, 6 - 8pm. £15 (booking fee). Join Dr. Julie Peakman for an evening exploring London's libertine women.

Thursday 27 February, 12.30 - 1.45pm. Free (booking fee). The story, impact and legacy of September 1666.

Thursday 6 March, 6 - 8pm. £15 (booking fee). Susannah Gibson will explore the Bluestocking and laid the foundation for modern feminism.

When Samuel Johnson married Tetty, in 1735, their partnership was not celebrated, Tetty was in her forties and a widow.

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

For three years during the Second World War, Dr. Johnson’s house played the unexpected role of a social club for local firemen.

Thursday 12 December. 12-12.30pm. Free (booking required). A Festive edition of our lecture series exploring Christmas time in Johnson's era

Saturday 7 December, 10am - 12pm. Free (booking required). Play word games, write with a quill and ink, dress up and treasure hunt trail.

The Cock Lane Ghost: the sensational haunting gripped London in 1762

the House has one remarkable story which is still not as well known as it deserves: it is about the life of Francis Barber.

Thursday 5 December, 5.30pm - 7pm. £15 (booking fee). Join us for candlelit Christmas drinks in Dr Johnson's enchanting house.

Thursday 28 November, 12.30pm - 1.30pm. Free (booking required). Theatre historian Whelan will discuss what Georgian theatres were like.

Wednesday 20 November, 6pm- 7.30pm, £50, includes 7 Gin Tastings (booking fee). Explore the fascinating fall and rise of British gin!

Thursday 7 November, 6pm- 7.30pm, £50, includes 7 Gin Tastings (booking fee). Explore the fascinating fall and rise of British gin!

Thursday 24 October. 12.30 - 1.30pm. Free (booking required). Lunchtime Lecture. Lester Hillman explores a watery network.

Thursday 17 October, 6 - 7.30pm. £15. Exhibition Talk with Lynda Mugglestone. Samuel Johnson and the Real Deal Deal Desk.