Local Reviews
In May 2016, marieb592016 said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
A very interesting place to visit to learn more about Samuel Johnson - popular with all age groups and in the wonderful city of Lichfield
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In May 2016, Hazel Ldn said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Received a warm welcome from gentleman at desk and given a leaflet.
House and displays very interesting. I'm glad to have seen this as have visited Dr Johnson's London house several times.
House and displays very interesting. I'm glad to have seen this as have visited Dr Johnson's London house several times.
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In May 2016, Hollyfan said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
There is so much to see in Lichfield that a few days are needed to visit everything. Samuel Johnson was a literary lion and his story, from rags to riches, is described in his birthplace museum. A short video acts as an introduction and then the visitor has free rein to explore the house, with fully documented material to add to the experience in each room. Entry is free but, of course, all donations are welcomed.
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In June 2016, eckiethump said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Being from Edinburgh and having visited Lichfield over a number of years, I have always wanted to visit Dr Johnston's house. It filled in a lot of blank places on my knowledge the man himself, and I learnt more about the Edinburgh man, James Boswell here than I ever have in my study of history over 6-7 years in Edinburgh. Very well presented historical attraction, with a very large supply of original artifacts on display, Worthy totally of English Heritage accreditation, but a charitable trust run institution, very commendable, and recommended for a visit.
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In June 2016, T9aru said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
We took some of our friends who had come from Germany here. It was an enjoyable part of our visit to Lichfield. Just adds to the charm of the town. Lot of little activates dotted around the place for children.
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In June 2016, WGRS said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Four floors of a small historic building. No lifts. This is a pleasant welcoming place to visit. Features period artefacts and research facilities.
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In June 2016, Mike D said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Perfect for the devotee and hostoy buff studying Samuel Johnson. Amazed how small the rooms are. Saw the original Dictionary. Raising your discombobulating.
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In July 2016, lizrowley said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
This is just a lovely place to visit to get an impression of what it must have been like to live in this house when Samuel Johnson did. It is also an excellent place to learn about this amazing man who wrote the first comprehensive English dictionary. The fact that it is still a book shop adds to the enchantment.
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In August 2016, FraserDiggle said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
This small museum explains the life of Samuel Jonson, a man who in his life saw a great deal of chance in 18th century England, and left a legacy of letters, essays and books (not least of which was a dictionary) that gives us great insight into life at that time.
Various rooms in this house of his birth are dedicated to different periods of his life, and culminate on the top floor with the opportunity to dress up! This museum offers information at different levels, so a visit can be made with the whole family. The one caveat is that the house, being in tact from Johnson's day, has steep stairs which are not accessible for anyone with mobility issues.
Definitely worth a visit.
Various rooms in this house of his birth are dedicated to different periods of his life, and culminate on the top floor with the opportunity to dress up! This museum offers information at different levels, so a visit can be made with the whole family. The one caveat is that the house, being in tact from Johnson's day, has steep stairs which are not accessible for anyone with mobility issues.
Definitely worth a visit.
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In August 2016, Jillian M said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Have lived near Lichfield all my life and never stepped into this lovely historic home before. It is an excellent museum of the life of Samuel Johnson, the place where he was born. Very interesting and informative an enjoyable visit.
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