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23.07.2026

Museum Lates at Dr Johnson’s House – July

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Enjoy sparkling drinks and discover one of London's best-kept secrets

Enjoy a glass of fizz and explore the beautiful historic home of the famous Samuel Johnson, whose love of London led him to declare '...when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life!'.

Back in the 18th-century, Samuel Johnson often made New Year resolutions as a way of trying to keep on the straight and narrow. While he was famous for drinking tea by the gallon, he did like a night out with his friends.

Time: Thursday 23 July, 5.30 to 7pm. Short talk at 6pm.

Tickets: £14 / £22 for 2 people

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