Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum


Visitors are taken through the life of Lichfield's most famous son, from troubled childhood, through literary obscurity, to world renown and success.

Indoors

Family friendly

Not accessible

No dogs allowed

Opening Times

Opening Hours

The Museum and Bookshop is open every day (except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day) and admission is Free.

1 March - 31 October 10.30am-4.30pm

1 November - 28 February 11.00am-3.30pm

Access to some rooms may occasionally vary due to events at the Museum, if you are making a special journey to the house then please contact us to find out about any changes that might affect your visit. Any planned closures will appear on this page.

Pricing

Free

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Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum

More Information

Visit the family home that inspired a literary giant. Best known for his Dictionary of the English Language, Samuel Johnson spent the first 27 years of his life in this atmospheric Grade I listed trader's townhouse. Now a Museum to his life and times, with stunning collections and events for all throughout the year. We look forward to welcoming you to Johnson's home.

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