Local Reviews
In March 2015, Stuart C said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
One of Lichfields ‘Four for Free’ museums that brag of the city’s association with Erasmus Darwin and Samuel Johnson. Friendly museum with plenty to hold your attention on five floors of what is an interesting building in it’s own right. Worth keeping an eye out for the art classes and extra events it stages throughout the year.
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In March 2015, Margaret C said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
What a great experience for free too!
A lovely visit to show the life of Dr Johnson with several floors to explore, even a video to watch to make it more informative. The staff are friendly and very helpful you can even buy books and other memento's if you wish, but no pressure!
To add to it there are other activities to celebrate various times in his life, plus regular book reading sessions, drama and art classes.
This is definitely not to be missed when visiting the beautiful city of Lichfield.
A lovely visit to show the life of Dr Johnson with several floors to explore, even a video to watch to make it more informative. The staff are friendly and very helpful you can even buy books and other memento's if you wish, but no pressure!
To add to it there are other activities to celebrate various times in his life, plus regular book reading sessions, drama and art classes.
This is definitely not to be missed when visiting the beautiful city of Lichfield.
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In March 2015, SimonLichfield said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
This little gem of a museum is easily forgotten in the hustle and bustle of Lichfield. Step through the door however and you are instantly transported back in time time to the era of Samuel Johnson. Well worth a visit and run by, I'm guessing volunteers who genuinely care that you make the most of your visit.
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In March 2015, flobolob said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
In the historic heart of the city of Lichfield it can be easy to miss now that most of the centre has been pedestrianised. It is open most of the year and is well worth a visit. Entrance is free and it is manned by very helpful and friendly staff. It is well worth spending an hour or more looking at the many exhibits and information about Samuel Johnson spread over four storeys.The rooms have been well furnished with exhibits and some of the rooms have been presented as re-creations as they might have been in Dr Johnson's time and they have been fairly well done. The ground floor is also a tastefully done bookshop. It is well worth a visit as an attraction in itself but also as a reminder of someone who made a major contribution to the literary culture and history of Britain and the English Language.
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In April 2015, Di20 said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
This is free entry so if in Lichfield it's absolutely worth 40 minutes of your time. It is quite interactive and informative and some interesting original pieces on display. You can review modern words in Mr Johnson's original dictionary which is fun for children to see how definitions have changed. The house is interesting in its self just to look around too.
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In April 2015, Stefano915 said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
As you walked in you are welcome by a lady very helpful and polite. You can tell these people care and they are happy to be there. As you make your way to the top you get sucked into the life stories of Samuel Johnson and his extraordinary life. Interesting video to watch. If it gets too packed it can be hard to follow your route.
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In April 2015, Stuart M said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Enjoyed a marvellous visit to the Johnson Birthplace Museum last weekend. A big, friendly greeting, fascinating displays and even a dressing up section on the top floor. I especially liked the guide's eagerness about Samuel Johnson and the superb bookshop.
Well worth a repeat visit and makes for a great day out along with the nearby Cathedral
Well worth a repeat visit and makes for a great day out along with the nearby Cathedral
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In April 2015, stewart e said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
I found the house and exhibits interesting . it was well worth the visit . the only problem was his dictionary was at the top of the house and you had to climb several stairs to see it . this could be a problem for older people who are less mobile . entrance is free but we were made aware that we could make a donation which we did .
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In April 2015, Silver T said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Wonderful small museum with so much of interest packed in, especially the dictionary and bookish stuff.
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In April 2015, Chris H said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Be prepared to go back in time & appreciate what it was like to live in this old town house. The lady on reception was very pleasant & helpful & there was so much of interest to see & read about we spent a very pleasant couple of hours reading,learning & enjoying.
The only drawback for us was a small party of primary school children of different ages. The youngest (approx 4-5 years old) of which were not the slightest bit interested & the person in charge had no little or control. They were far too young to appreciate the museum & rather spoiled it for the older ones & other visitors alike. Perhaps there could be a minimum age suggested? We will be visiting again though next time we are in
Lichfield as we thoroughly enjoyed the visit.
The only drawback for us was a small party of primary school children of different ages. The youngest (approx 4-5 years old) of which were not the slightest bit interested & the person in charge had no little or control. They were far too young to appreciate the museum & rather spoiled it for the older ones & other visitors alike. Perhaps there could be a minimum age suggested? We will be visiting again though next time we are in
Lichfield as we thoroughly enjoyed the visit.
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