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Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum

Breadmarket Street, LICHFIELD, Staffordshire, WS13 6LG

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Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum

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This biographical museum and bookshop is located in the center of the city of Lichfield. 


The museum opened in 1901 and is dedicated to the life and works of the author and lexicographer Samuel Johnson who wrote the first authoritative Dictionary of the English Language.
 

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      A 7 minute walk from Lichfield City station

      Tel: 01543 264972

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      Opening Times

      1 Mar 2024 - 31 Oct 2024
      DayTimes
      Monday - Sunday10:30 - 16:30
      1 Nov 2024 - 28 Feb 2025
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      Monday - Sunday11:00 - 15:30

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