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## Dr Johnson's House
In 1748, Samuel Johnson moved into 17 Gough Square, a townhouse built around 1700 by wool merchant Richard Gough. During his eleven-year residence, Johnson compiled his seminal "Dictionary of the English Language" in the garret. After Johnson's departure in 1759, the house served various purposes, including a hotel and a print shop. By 1911, it was in disrepair, but philanthropist Cecil Harmsworth restored it, opening it to the public in 1914. Today, Dr Johnson's House is a Grade I listed museum, preserving period features like original panelling and the open staircase, offering visitors a glimpse into 18th-century life. (en.wikipedia.org)
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