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Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum

Breadmarket Street
Lichfield
Staffordshire
WS13 6LG

Tel: 01543 264972

Celebrating Samuel Johnson in Lichfield's Market Square

About

Discover the life and times of Samuel Johnson, the great man of letters most famously known for writing ‘A Dictionary of the English Language’ in 1755. Explore five floors of displays in an atmospheric historic house, including period room settings, introductory film, interactive exhibits and hands-on fun for families.

Map & Directions

Road Directions

Road: Easy access from the A38, A5, M42, M40, M6, M1 and M5.

Public Transport Directions

Public Transport : There are two train stations in Lichfield (Lichfield City and Lichfield Trent Valley). Lichfield is a 35 minute journey from Birmingham New Street and under 2 hours from London Euston. Lichfield City station is a short walk away from the Museum. For more information please telephone National Rail Enquiries on 08457 484950.

•Lichfield bus station is on Birmingham Road, opposite Lichfield City Station. There are regular buses between Lichfield and Cannock, Stafford, Walsall and Birmingham. For more information please telephone Traveline on 0870 6082608.

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