The latest issue of the Society's journal, Transactions, has been published and will be winging its way to members this month. More details on our website: johnsonnew.wordpress.com/tra…

A happy fourth birthday to the fifth incarnation of Johnson’s Willow, planted on 2 November 2021 (left). As a comparison with the image on the right (taken today) will show, the tree has made substantial growth since then – and, thanks to the weather, is still largely in leaf.

At this past weekend’s Annual Lecture, we had the pleasure of welcoming @drjohnsonshouse to discuss 17 Gough Square, Johnson’s London home, its history and its preservation. 🏛️📖 #SamuelJohnson #LiteraryHistory

A time-honoured tradition at the @SamuelJohnsonBM! This past weekend, The Chair Ceremony brought together members of the Society to celebrate Johnson’s enduring legacy. 🍷📖 #SamuelJohnson #Lichfield

Many thanks to Prof Ann Hughes for a fascinating talk on Lichfield and the Civil War. Much food for thought and a lively discussion afterwards.

The newly redesigned Transactions journal is now in the post, heading to our members worldwide! 🌍📚 Become a member today to receive future editions of this exclusive journal and be part of a community celebrating Johnson’s legacy. #SamuelJohnson

Thank you again to John Winterton for a fascinating talk about Johnson’s letter to Sophia Thrale and what it reveals about his attitudes to mathematics and female education. The letter is on display @SamuelJohnsonBM in Lichfield - please do go and see it!

Our Heritage Secretary, John Winterton, is speaking to us today on the subject of the Johnson letter recently purchased with our help for @SamuelJohnsonBM. His talk is entitled “‘Let me hear from you soon again’: Johnson to Sophia Thrale”.

#ICYMI Last weekend we celebrated Samuel Johnson’s birthday with engaging events and activities! 📚✨ #Lichfield

Join us in celebrating Samuel Johnson’s birthday, brought to you by @SamuelJohnsonBM.🎉 Grab a free slice of cake while you can! 🍰#SamuelJohnson #LiteraryHistory