Local Reviews
In July 2012, Imhunting said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
I went under sufferance, as my husband was determined we should visit. However, I was very glad I went, it was charming, interesting and just the right size for a nice visit. Add to the fact that t was free, other than a donation and what could be better?
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In July 2012, Beatrice-TA said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
This house was built in about 1707 for Samuel Johnson's father. It was the family home and a bookshop. It still sells books to this day.
Samuel was born here and when he left for work in 1737 he went to live in London.
There are five wonderful floors to look around each as interesting as the last. In the basement is the kitchen where you can here an introduction and see a short film..In room two it tells you about his London life.
The attic room contains a first edition of his 'incredible' dictionary. The rest of the rooms contain furniture and many of Johnson's possessions.
This is a fascinating place and free to enter. There is even a free trail for children.
Well worth a visit.
Samuel was born here and when he left for work in 1737 he went to live in London.
There are five wonderful floors to look around each as interesting as the last. In the basement is the kitchen where you can here an introduction and see a short film..In room two it tells you about his London life.
The attic room contains a first edition of his 'incredible' dictionary. The rest of the rooms contain furniture and many of Johnson's possessions.
This is a fascinating place and free to enter. There is even a free trail for children.
Well worth a visit.
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In July 2012, johnLmerseyside said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Samuel Johnsons museum is a most interesting place to visit in the heart of Litchfield, the museum/house is well laid out and very intersting, not to be missed.
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In August 2012, Golani49 said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
This museum has to be the definitive guide to the great man,what more can I say? How about, 'Superb'!
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In August 2012, debandrich said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
A gorgeous building, with informative signage and a friendly welcome. Everything you could want to know about the first lexicographer. Good 'hands on' stuff for the kids. And free ! We gladly donated, of course.
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In September 2012, HitTheNorth73 said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
FREE ENTRY. What a character he was! He lived life to the full. I knew hardly anything about this man who is so important to our nation and language. The museum's only small so if you take a bit of time you will learn a lot. Access may be difficult for people with mobility problems.
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In November 2012, Bobbishton said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Every thing the setting the furniture the history surrounding the place was superb I will certainly go again.
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In January 2013, FrogladyCardiff said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Good points: Interesting house, little activities for kids (though I think they'd quickly get bored), a nice atmosphere, very informative about Johnson (and Boswell). Good 15-minute loop video in one of the rooms, books to buy - the whole place feels slightly like a library, which I'm sure would have pleased Dr. Johnson. A well-preserved house, too. Downsides are: it was freezing! Wrap up warm if you go in cold weather. And there are several flights of stairs, which you simply can't avoid - there are even steps up to the front door. So it's not accessible for disabled people, or anyone with even a stiff knee, I would think. Not surprising, as it's an old house and can't be adapted. However, if you're fit and don't mind stairs, give it a go. Amazing, if you're a Johnson fan - ah, if only we had Shakespeare's house!
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In January 2013, David P said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
This house is interesting in it's own right as it is very old. There are items pertaining to Johnson that are interesting and this site is worth a visit if you are in the area.
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In February 2013, Ian M said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
This understated house isa 'must see' for anyone interested in Dr. Johnson , in Social History and in literature .Excellent staff .
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