Donations
If you love Samuel Johnson and want to help us preserve the Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum for future generations, please consider supporting us by donating.
Every donation, no matter how small, makes a huge difference.
Your generosity supports our public engagement, activities, and learning events.
Donations help fund new acquisitions, exhibitions, and assist with the ongoing costs of caring for this Grade I listed building and the collection.
Your support is gratefully received. Thank you.
Dr Johnson’s Birthplace Trust is a registered charity. Charity number – 500046.
Ways to donate
Donate online
You can donate online here at any time.
Donate in person
When you visit the Museum, please donate by cash, card, or cheque via the donation boxes.
Donate by cheque
Please make the cheque payable to Lichfield City Council and post to Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum, Breadmarket Street, Lichfield, Staffordshire WS13 6LG. If you are a UK taxpayer, please consider completing and sending a gift aid form with your cheque.
Gifting an object
Due to limited space, we are unfortunately unable to accept every object that is kindly offered to us. If you are considering gifting an object please send us details about the object, including photographs, measurements, and provenance first to sjmuseum@lichfield.gov.uk. We are always grateful for the generosity of our supporters
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