Johnson House Bethnal Green London

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(250) · History museum in London, United Kingdom
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Dr Johnson's House is a writer's house museum in London in the former home of the 18th-century English writer and lexicographer Samuel Johnson. …

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Jan 24, 2025
Such a lovely place to visit. Peaceful, quiet and calm atmosphere which made it easy to imagine living there in the 18th century. Accessed through a few narrow alleyways which just added to the visit…Full review by Pamela F
Jan 7, 2025
Excellent. A friend and I spent 2 happy hours here. The information about the exhibits and history of Samuel Johnson, his friends and family is given clearly but with a sense of humour. It is a high…Full review by HollyHeatherRoses
Aug 31, 2024
It is a little gem off Fleet Street. The house has lots of information in plaques on the walls, and laminated pieces of paper around. The most interesting place is the top floor garret, where the dic…Full review by Quartz I
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Construction completed:c. 1700
Floors:5

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I think that the issue is having someone there to chat to as things come to mind. I accept it is difficult getting …
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I think that the issue is having someone there to chat to as things come to mind. I accept it is difficult getting volunteers to be available every day of the week: especially as there are so many places to visit in London. You were very busy getting the lighting sorted out: it seemed that everyone I approached was a lighting engineer or some such! But I did give you a Very Good!
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Answer by Alastair W · Oct 7, 2017
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About how long do you think we should allow for this museum? I have read two of his books and am a big fan.
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I should allow one and a half to two hours for your visit. This will allow time for a good look all round the house and to browse the Dictionary, which is fascinating. Have an enjoyable visit
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Who was Hodge?
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Johnson’s famous cat, Hodge, features in a statue at the bottom of Gough Square. Hodge is the best known of all of Johnson’s cats as he...
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