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Doctor Johnson’s Wedding: An Historical Re-enactment

Pickfords’ House11 July 2026

It’s 1735 and young Dr Samuel Johnson (creator of the English Dictionary) has eloped to Derby to marry his bride. Come and meet the wedding party in this historical re-enactment by The Derby Living History Society.

Suitable for all, FREE drop-in event.

Image: courtesy of The Derby Living History Society

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