Local Reviews
In May 2014, Rose H said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
When you walk into the Museum it appears to be rather small, however, there are several levels to the house so there's quite a bit to look at. I particularly enjoyed the video that was played in one of the rooms and the costumes on the top floor which you could dress up in. Admittedly the main draw of the Museum at first was that it was free but me and my partner spent a good 45 minutes in the house looking at all the displays. Worth a look if you're looking for something to do, maybe as a time filler.
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In May 2014, AnnieAries said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Such an interesting museum on several floors. The building is deceptive from the outside as it doesn't give you the impression of being such a mine of interesting exhibits. Love the fact that someone so well known as Samuel Johnson was born in our city! People think he only even lived in London - I've recommended people from London come up to the Museum and see his birthplace.
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In May 2014, fmck49 said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
How many places of this stature are free entry? Very few and I'm still surprised that this is. I was given a lovely welcome as I entered the building. At the suggestion of the lady on the desk, I began by watching the film about Johnson's life which was very interesting and put the house in context. All of the displays are well labelled and I enjoyed the quotes posted liberally around. Well worth visiting.
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In April 2023, Ken Fletcher said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
A little disappointed with my visit. There seemed to be as much information about his best friend, Garrick, as there was about Johnson, however, there was some interesting details about Samuel Johnson so as the entry was free, well worth a visit.
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In April 2023, John Myerson said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Great place to visit. Describes his life and work in the house he was born in. Plenty of contemporary artefacts. Stairs to climb! Free entry.
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In April 2023, Coastal64581165821 said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Very interesting museum, with original rooms allowing a look into the past and plenty of informative but not overwhelming historical information.
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In April 2023, HatTea13 said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
5 floors of interesting information. A copy of the original dictionary, and it’s free!
The lady on the desk was very informative too, told us all about other things in the city too
The lady on the desk was very informative too, told us all about other things in the city too
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In April 2023, Kat Gowers said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Really informative and interesting place with a second hand bookshop. The staff member that was there was very friendly and knowledgeable about the house and the local area.
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In April 2023, Clark Caldicott said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Had a brilliant time in the museum thanks to the wonderfully insightful Kieth Lynch who was happy to share his knowledge on the interesting life of Samuel Johnson
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In March 2023, John Webster said about The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Definitely worth a visit most interesting with good guide to get you in, lots of stairs but worth it
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