The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
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What a wonderfully gifted and intelligent man Samuel Johnson was, a great Englishman whose wit and wisdom this lovely museum helps to pass on to future generations. I especially like the quotes posted above the staircase, so many of Johnson's acutely sharp observations still hold true today. And it's free to get in! To visit Lichfield and not come here would be a crime.
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.going back in time to see how people used to live realy interesting to look round about three floors. had a musty smell tho
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Very interest house, right on the market square in Lichfield - very informative guides and well worth a visit, especially for fans of Dr. Johnson.
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Entrance is free, and the house itself is very quaint and full of interest. There is a short film to watch, which gives the basic facts about Dr Johnson's life. It isn't very profound or subtle, but it is throughly worthwhile in that it gives an idea of a great man, of whom Lichfield is justly proud, and presents it in a way accessible to visitors who might never have heard of Johnson. It deserves to be supported.
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Whilst visiting Lichfield recently I went round the Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum. It was very interesting. Unfortunately it is not suitable for invalids who cannot climb stairs, as it is on 3 levels. If you are a literary buff I would recommend a visit to this museum.
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Lichfield is a wonderful city with a lot to see spread over a relatively small area. The Samuel Johnson Museum on the corner of Market Street is surrounded by shops and is a short distance from the Cathedral (which is also a definite must-see). This fairly small museum (but interesting and insightful and spread across five floors) is where Dr Johnson (of the English Dictionary fame) was born is well is worth a visit.
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An excellent, well chosen collection at Cure in Lichfield. Always considered.
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Well worth a visit. A trip back in time, plus an informative insight into the life and times of Samuel Johnson.
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really enjoyable visit - fantastic to see a first edition of Johnson's dictionary. If you have a spare hour would definitely recommend a look. A surprisingly large exhibition.
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Absolutely wonderful museum! Artefacts beautifully displayed and commentaries very interesting. We were greeted warmly at reception and the guide was very knowledgeable. The video was excellent as well.
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To all literary minded people - a must; and to others, do not walk past! The house is a wonderful display of the past and very atmospheric.
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I had already been delighted by the discovery of the Lichfield Heritage Centre and was not prepared to be amazed again when on the corner opposite the Heritage Centre is the birthplace of Samuel Johnson. I climbed the entrance stairs and opened the door and was met by the lovely sight of a bookshop and wooden floors much as it would have been in Georgian times. Fanciful as it seems it felt that the shop/home enveloped me. I enjoyed exploring this treasure and met another visitor and he was an enamoured of the building as I was. All to soon I had to leave for an appointment. Entrance is free but I willingly put money into a 'book' for donations
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Organised as most birthplace museums of celebrities, informative and interactive. The lady at the reception is really nice and enthusiastic.
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So much to ascertain about the history of Lichfield and Samuel Johnson. He went to such lengths to ensure he became famous. I do not believe Blackadder appreciated him however.
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The museum is excellent, well laid out and staff are very knowledgeable. Thank you!
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We enjoyed the quizzes and they are very suitable for children. Also we liked dressing up. It was fun - we would definitely come back again!
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A fantastic house to visit. There are so many artefacts and bits of information to absorb, this would normally be quite tiring but in Johnson's house, everything is displayed in an interesting and easy to see fashion.
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Extremely interesting and we received an excellent welcome. Lots of information, and an excellent bookshop. Highly recommended.
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Fascinating insight into the life and times of Johnson. So much more than just seeing his dictionary. Well worth a visit.
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A great place for all the family. My six year old and three year old really enjoyed exploring the rooms, made even more fun by the 'finding the cats' activity. They also enjoyed dressing up!
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An excellent experience, very informative! This museum should be commended for its accessibility and attention to detail.
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An interesting and insightful musuem spread across five floors of this interesting property. There are some opportunities to engage children better, although there were trails we didn't do. Teh bookshop was interesting and historically signficant, and the staff were very friendly and welcoming.
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Particularly liked the bon mots in various speakers around the house - especially the one about the "booby's of Birmingham".
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It was a col, cold March day and after being turned away from the Cathedral 3 times (almost every time we visit something prevents us from entering the Cathedral), we ventured down into the very active Market Square. At the far corner is situated the very house in which Dr. Samuel Johnson was born and raised. I knew something of his dictionary but very little else. The house has many original features and provided us with the warmest possible welcome. Take a sheet from the very friendly curator and try searching for the wooden cats that are well hidden around the house (they are moved from time to time, so a second visit may render your knowledge of their whereabouts redundant). We came away well informed and determined to learn more about the life & times of Samuel Johnson. Oh, please remember there is no charge for the museum so be generous with your donation.
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This understated house isa 'must see' for anyone interested in Dr. Johnson , in Social History and in literature .Excellent staff .
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