Christmas Lates at Dr Johnson’s House ✨🎄 Step back in time this festive season for a magical evening in London’s hidden gem. Thursday 4 December 5.30pm - 7pm Book Now! 🎟️🥂 tinyurl.com/ext543d5

Heading to the House this weekend? Make sure to grab the Snoopy in the City map, part of the festive fun with the Festive Fleet Street Quarter! 🎄✨ It’s a lovely way to explore the neighbourhood and add a little festive cheer to your visit. www.drjohnsonshouse.org

Join us this Thursday for a free talk led by one of our brilliant volunteers. Explore 18th-Century Costume: what people wore in Dr Johnson’s time, how garments were made, and what fashion revealed about society. Thu 27 Nov 2.30pm Free with admission. www.drjohnsonshouse.org

Notebook Binding Workshop this Sunday! 📚 Join us for a hands-on beginners workshop where you’ll learn two traditional binding techniques, saddle stitch and Japanese stab binding. Workshop at 2pm Open Sunday 23 November: 12pm–4pm www.drjohnsonshouse.org/post/seasona...

Polishing the Pebble: Dr Johnson & the Art of 18th-Century Letter Writing. Join us this November for our Fleet Street Quarter Lunchtime Lecture. Your ticket includes complimentary lunch. Tuesday 25 November 12.30pm - 1.45pm £3.96 tinyurl.com/3d4m2e9t

COLD. adj. [cold, Saxon; kalt, German.] 1. Not hot; not warm; gelid; wanting warmth; being without heat.

Christmas Lates at Dr Johnson’s House ✨ Join us Thursday 20 November for a festive evening in the historic home of Samuel Johnson. Enjoy a glass of Prosecco, explore the candlelit rooms, and see the House dressed for Christmas. 🎄 Even Hodge is getting into the spirit! 🐾 tinyurl.com/2z4jsdr7

This Remembrance Day, we honour the courage of those who served, on the front line and here at home. During the Blitz, Dr Johnson’s House became a refuge for the Firemen’s Club, whose members faced London’s flames night after night. www.drjohnsonshouse.org/post/dr-john...

Explore the streets Samuel Johnson once knew! Join our Christmas Walk & Visit to follow in the great lexicographer’s footsteps, then wander through the festively decorated Dr Johnson’s House at your own pace. Wednesday 15 October 1pm - 3pm tinyurl.com/5xjwx7pb

Join us for Tea at 2 this Sunday in the withdrawing room! ☕️ Enjoy a warm cup of tea and a friendly chat as part of your visit to Dr Johnson’s House. Tea served at 2pm Open Sunday 9 November: 12pm–4pm www.drjohnsonshouse.org/visit

It’s the Lady Mayor’s Show this weekend, and some streets nearby will be closed. If you’re visiting the celebrations, Dr Johnson’s House will be open as usual from 10am–5pm. A perfect stop during the festivities! www.drjohnsonshouse.org/visit

“We cannot tell the precise moment when friendship is formed…” James Boswell, Scottish author of 'greatest biography in English language', born #OTD 1740; immortalised lexicographer, poet & wit Samuel Johnson in 1791. Portrait 1765 @nationalgalleries.bsky.social @drjohnsonshouse.bsky.social

GHOST. n.s. [gast, Saxon.] 1. The soul of man. 2. A spirit appearing after death. In 1762, the Cock Lane Ghost supposedly haunted a young girl in London. Even Dr Johnson investigated—but was it a restless spirit or something more mysterious?👻 www.drjohnsonshouse.org/post/the-coc...

Add a touch of literary charm to your kitchen! Our ABC Tea Towel celebrates Dr Johnson’s Dictionary with beautifully illustrated letters inspired by his famous definitions. Available in our gift shop. The perfect gift for word-lovers and Londoners alike. 📍 Visit Dr Johnson’s House to pick one up!

Visit Dr Johnson’s House this weekend, we are open Saturday and Sunday! Join us for a short talk about Francis Barber and explore the historic house where Johnson compiled his great Dictionary. Sat 11am – 5pm Talk 2:30pm Sun 12pm – 4PM Talk 2pm www.drjohnsonshouse.org

We’re so impressed by this visitor’s quill-and-ink portrait of Dr Johnson! Try your hand at writing (or drawing!) with a quill in our exhibition 'Desks, Drudgery, and the Dictionary'. Blots, smudges, and creativity all encouraged. www.drjohnsonshouse.org/visit

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Join us for October Museum Lates! ✨ Enjoy a drink and hear a short talk about Johnson’s walk to London in search of fame and fortune. 🥂 Thursday 23 October 5:30pm - 7pm tinyurl.com/4v3n3wy2

Visit Dr Johnson’s House this weekend and hear the story of Francis Barber, Johnson’s remarkable companion and heir. 🖋️ Join us for a short talk and explore the historic house where Johnson compiled his great Dictionary. Sat 11am – 5pm Talk 2:30pm Sun 12pm – 4PM Talk 2pm www.drjohnsonshouse.org

Join us for October Museum Lates! ✨ Enjoy a drink and hear a short talk about Johnson’s walk to London in search of fame and fortune. 🥂 Thursday 23 October 5:30pm - 7pm tinyurl.com/4v3n3wy2

Dr Johnson's House is open on selected Sundays until December! Enjoy special talks and activities. Hear about the life of Francis Barber, resident of 17 Gough Square and England's first known Black school master at 2pm this Sunday. Free with admission. Open 12pm - 4pm. tinyurl.com/mtebj6vw

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Amorous or Loving?: The Highly Peculiar Tale of English and the English Hear Sir Rupert Gavin chart English’s extraordinary path to becoming the most global language today spoken by 1.6 billion all over the world. Wednesday 15 October 6pm - 8pm 🎟️🍷📚 tinyurl.com/snbh7sv2

Explore the streets Samuel Johnson once knew! Join our Walk & Visit to follow in the great lexicographer’s footsteps, then wander through Dr Johnson’s House at your own pace. Wednesday 15 October 1pm - 3pm tinyurl.com/58byhyf7

The house is lovely just to visit and the events are wonderful. I went to the gin tasting and Georgian history talk last night and it was terrific. Would recommend!

Amorous or Loving?: The Highly Peculiar Tale of English and the English Hear Sir Rupert Gavin chart English’s extraordinary path to becoming the most global language today spoken by 1.6 billion all over the world. Wednesday 15 October 6pm - 8pm 🎟️🍷📚 tinyurl.com/snbh7sv2

Amorous or Loving?: The Highly Peculiar Tale of English and the English Hear Sir Rupert Gavin chart English’s extraordinary path to becoming the most global language today spoken by 1.6 billion all over the world. Wednesday 15 October 6pm - 8pm 🎟️🍷📚 tinyurl.com/snbh7sv2

Join us for Gin Night! 🍸 Step into Georgian London at Dr Johnson’s House for an evening of gin tasting, history, and spirited conversation. Thursday 9 October 6pm - 8pm Book your ticket now! 🎟️ tinyurl.com/3e73j9pt

Explore the streets Samuel Johnson once knew! Join our Walk & Visit to follow in the great lexicographer’s footsteps, then wander through Dr Johnson’s House at your own pace. Wednesday 15 October 1pm - 3pm tinyurl.com/58byhyf7

Free talks for Black History Month! Learn about the life of Francis Barber, resident of 17 Gough Square and England's first known Black school master. Talks take place every Saturday at 2.30pm this October. Included with admission. Plan your visit now! www.drjohnsonshouse.org

Gin and Georgian London 🍸 Step into Georgian London at Dr Johnson’s House for an evening of gin tasting, history, and spirited conversation. Thursday 9 October 6pm - 8pm Book your ticket now! 🎟️ tinyurl.com/3e73j9pt

Explore the streets Samuel Johnson once knew! Join our Walk & Visit to follow in the great lexicographer’s footsteps, then wander through Dr Johnson’s House at your own pace. Wednesday 15 October 1pm - 3pm tinyurl.com/58byhyf7

Gin Craze, anyone? 🍸 Step into Georgian London at Dr Johnson’s House for an evening of gin tasting, history, and spirited conversation. Thursday 9 October 6pm - 8pm Book your ticket now! 🎟️ tinyurl.com/3e73j9pt

We’re open again this weekend for Open House Festival! 🗝 Visit Dr Johnson’s House free of charge on Saturday and Sunday, 11am–5pm, and explore the 18th-century home where Samuel Johnson compiled his famous Dictionary. 🖋️📖 tinyurl.com/2uk2cu48

Many happy returns for the great lexicographer Dr Samuel Johnson, born in Lichfield otd 1709. This stained glass window is at his London house @drjohnsonshouse.bsky.social, a wonderful place to visit.

Today we mark the birthday of Samuel Johnson (1709–1784), writer, lexicographer, and towering figure of 18th-century London. His work, wit, and dedication to literature continue to influence generations. Visit Dr Johnson’s House to explore his life and legacy.

Join us next Thursday for Museum Lates at Dr Johnson’s House ✨ Enjoy a drink and hear how Johnson set out for London with his friend David Garrick in search of fame and fortune. 🥂 Thursday 25 September 5:30pm - 7pm tinyurl.com/5xukn2px

Some lovely images from my immersive performance and talk on the 18th century sex trade at @drjohnsonshouse.bsky.social last week! Next harlots and Strumpets tour on 3 October. Book: www.herstoricaltours.co.uk/harlots

Join us this weekend for Open House Festival! 🗝 Dr Johnson’s House will be open free of charge on Saturday and Sunday, 11am–5pm. Step inside our 300-year-old townhouse and explore the home where Samuel Johnson compiled his famous Dictionary. 🖋️📖 www.drjohnsonshouse.org/post/open-ho...

Amorous or Loving?: The Highly Peculiar Tale of English and the English. Hear Sir Rupert Gavin chart English’s extraordinary path to becoming the most global language today spoken by 1.6 billion all over the world. Wednesday 15 October 6pm - 8pm tinyurl.com/rsk75x72

This September, join us for Museum Lates at Dr Johnson’s House ✨ Enjoy a drink and hear a short talk about Johnson’s walk to London in search of fame and fortune. 🥂 Thursday 25 September 5:30pm - 7pm tinyurl.com/bdz9shz3

www.herstoricaltours.co.uk/post/septemb... September updates are now live! Check out to see what's on this month! #womenshistory #walkingtourslondon #hiddenlondon

Dr Johnson’s House is part of Open House Festival’s Homecoming collection this year. Join us for free open days this September and discover the 18th-century home where Samuel Johnson compiled his famous Dictionary. #OpenHouse2025 #openhouselondon tinyurl.com/333kd72m

Pick up a gift with a literary twist. Our shop at Dr Johnson’s House has books, prints & more inspired by Samuel Johnson. Stop by when you visit, or just pop in to browse! 🖋️📚

Sex & the 18th-Century City (and Dr Johnson)... Join us for a lively and immersive introduction to the sex trade in Georgian London! @herstorical1.bsky.social Thursday 11 September 6pm - 8pm tinyurl.com/2vbfwvtj

Pop by Dr Johnson’s House and wander into his Library. The perfect spot for book lovers and history fans alike. 📚 If you're visiting on Saturday, join us at 2.30pm for a volunteer-led talk on 18th-century letter writing. Free with admission. www.drjohnsonshouse.org/visit

Our visitors have been testing their quill skills and telling us exactly what they think! Come and try it for yourself. Smudges, ink blots, and witty comments welcome! www.drjohnsonshouse.org

Sex & the 18th-Century City (and Dr Johnson)... Join us for a lively and immersive introduction to the sex trade in Georgian London! @herstorical1.bsky.social Thursday 11 September 6pm - 8pm tinyurl.com/2vbfwvtj

It's my August newsletter: packed full of languagey, booky, mappy things to read, do, and think about. substack.com/home/post/p-...

We are very pleased to be taking part in this year's Open House Festival 2025. We will be open to the public, free of charge, on Sat 13, Sun 14, Sat 20 and Sun 21 September 2025 from 11am - 5pm. #OpenHouse2025 #openhouselondon tinyurl.com/333kd72m