Stand and deliver, your money or your life!
Highwaymen were a serious problem for travellers in the 18th century. Long stretches of remote road had no patrols, and … Read More
Johnson’s Times
‘My dear Dr. Johnson’.
Jane Austen and Samuel Johnson are both literary giants who were born in the Georgian era – although they never … Read More
Women in the Birthplace Collection
This International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, we want to celebrate some of the fascinating women associated with Samuel … Read More
Georgian Christmas Food
This month’s blog post was written by Museum Attendant, Laura. “When at a table, Johnson was totally absorbed in the … Read More
A Tour of North Wales
As someone who adores visiting North Wales, I was intrigued to read Samuel Johnson’s account of his tour there in … Read More
Tea amuses the evening; tea solaces the midnight & tea welcomes the morning.
Happy National Tea Day! Many of us enjoy a good cuppa, but could you drink twenty-five cups in one sitting? … Read More
Kitty Chambers: Maidservant, Bookseller, & Friend
In honour of Women’s History Month, today’s blog post is all about Catherine Chambers, maidservant, bookseller, and friend of the … Read More
Georgian Christmas Games
This month’s blog post is written by Laura, Museum Attendant. The Georgians loved playing games, especially at Christmas time. Games … Read More
Black History Month: Black Georgians
This month’s blog post is written by Laura, Museum Attendant. We are celebrating Black History Month by shining a light … Read More
Lost letter penned by literary giant Dr Samuel Johnson acquired by The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum has announced the acquisition of a private letter of historical importance written by Dr Samuel … Read More