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A beautiful Grade I listed building with five floors of displays including period room settings, an introductory film and activities for families. Open as a Museum dedicated to Johnson since 1901, the collections include fine art, furniture, books, manuscripts and personalia. A secondhand bookshop operates from the same room that Johnson’s father ran his family bookselling business, and the Museum also serves as a centre for studying Johnson and his time.

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Breadmarket Street, Lichfield, Staffordshire WS13 6LG England

01543 264972

A beautiful 18th century townhouse set in the heart of the Cathedral City of Lichfield. The family home of Samuel Johnson, father of the English Dictionary, now a Museum to his life and times. Open daily all year, free admission.

http://www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk