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Tetty Johnson

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

Georgian Christmas

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

Dr. Johnson's House and the Firemen's Club

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

The Cock Lane Ghost

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

Francis Barber, Dr Johnson’s House and Black History

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

Education and Outreach Thriving in 2024

Nineteen workshops have been offered since Januray 2024, including six visits from the City of London Boys School and three from American...

From Power, to Science, to Words, to Fashion; view our lunchtime lectures

Click here to view videos of Fleet Street Quarter BID sponsored monthly lecture series featuring distinguished speakers from the worlds...