"Discover the famous Dr Samuel Johnson (1709-1784) who lived in this 1690s townhouse when he wrote his Dictionary of the English Language. The son of a bookseller from Lichfield, Johnson walked to London in 1737 in search of fame and fortune. While fortune evaded him, Johnson's fame was assured with the publication of his Dictionary of the English Language in 1755, from which he became known as 'Dictionary Johnson'."
"The Georgian-era house, located down a narrow alley, is usually closed on Sundays, but it will open for a few weekends, with themed talks at 2pm on each day. 26th October: Hear the story of the life of Francis Barber, resident of 17 Gough Square and England's first known Black school master 9th November: Tea@2pm in the Withdrawing Room 23rd November: Learn all about the art of Book Binding 7th December: Drop in for a Knit & Natter with Helen Full details are here."
"Admission Prices Adult: £10 Students: £9 (with valid student ID) 5 - 16 Years: £5 Under 5s: Free Disabled Visitor's Carer: Free Dr Johnson's House is tucked away off Fleet Street in Gough Square, which can be found via Johnson's Court - next to 167 Fleet Street. Don't miss the small sculpture of Dr Johnson's cat, Hodge at the far end of Gough Square."
Dr Samuel Johnson lived in a 1690s townhouse in Gough Square while compiling the Dictionary of the English Language, published in 1755. The Georgian-era house, normally closed on Sundays, will open for a few weekends with themed 2pm talks and events including a talk on Francis Barber, Tea@2pm, bookbinding, and a Knit & Natter. Admission prices range from free for under-5s and carers to £10 for adults, with concessions for students and children. The house is tucked off Fleet Street via Johnson's Court next to 167 Fleet Street and features a small sculpture of Johnson's cat, Hodge.
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