Local Reviews
In February 2024, EGM68 said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Really enjoyed our visit and learnt a lot about Samuel Johnson's life and works. Friendly, helpful staff and quite a lot to see, certainly enough to occupy an hour or two.
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In April 2011, ExCymru said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Didn't even know that Samuel Johnson, best known for writing the Dictionary of the English Language, was born in Lichfield until we visited the tourist information office to see what there was in the town and local area to see . The museum, a grade 1 listed building, is over several floors and has some of the original furnishings and features on view. There is an excellent video to watch which runs for about 15 minutes. It tells the story of Samuel Johnson as told by his friend James Boswell. There is a bookshop in the museum. The museum is right in the town centre and there are plenty of places nearby to get refreshments and find toilets.
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In December 2011, NickPikey said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
We found the Samuel Johnson museum very informative and a really nice place to visit. It was both educational and my children learned quite a lot about who Samuel Johnson was and what he contributed to society.
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In January 2012, Lisa D said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
I have lived in Sutton Coldfield all my life but never been in here before - t he guide was very informative and knowledgeable very interesting.
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In February 2012, pip48 said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
This fairly small museum where Dr Johnson (of English Dictionary fame) was born and brought up is well worth a visit. Currently there is no charge for admission and there is much to be discovered walking around the rooms. It is easy to feel that one has stepped back in time and it comes as a surprise to glance out of a window and see modern life going on outside. Child friendly, there are activity sheets for them to use and most people will find this a fascinating place to see. Situated in the very heart of the small City of Lichfield, right by the Market Square, plenty of facilities round about to eat, drink, and sleep if coming to Lichfield for a longer visit.
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In April 2012, abbnells said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Lichfield is a great place to visit and has a host of little shops and lots of history the cathedral is a must it is beautiful pop over to the market there is a old fashioned sweet stall with all your childhood favourites it is really great they sell Bassets liquorice kali black jacks , it really is fantastic i go and visit the market every time i go to lichfield , it has a real old fashioned feel about the market set in the Market square , the history around it is gruesome but very interesting
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In April 2012, Williams57 said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Lots to see and do AND IT IS FREE. A well kept little museum which is run by volunteers;
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In April 2012, DeeSnowdonia said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Lichfield is a pretty little city with a lot to see spread over a small area. The Samuel Johnson Museum on the corner of Market Street is surrounded by shops and a stones throw from the Cathedral which is also a definite 'must-see.' Spread across 5 floors in this quaint house is a true feel of the life and times of Samuel Johnson, a man made famous by his legendary dictionary. It is a lovely Grade 1 listed house which is worth seeing just for itself. Something a little bit different which is well worth a visit.
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In November 2023, David Smith said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
5 floors packed with fascinating information and details, relating to Johnson and his time. The history boards are well set out and the information panels are clear and interesting. We noticed plenty of activities for children. The staff members were welcoming and helpful.Visited on
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In August 2023, Sootydog69 said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
This is a really lovely museum full of interesting and well laid out information and artefacts detailing the life of Johnson. The house itself is fascinating and the staff very welcoming. It’s also free to go in but I’m sure all donations are gratefully received! There are activities for children which looked really enjoyable.
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