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Nestled in Lichfield’s idyllic Cathedral Close, Erasmus Darwin House is an independent, accredited Museum that was once the family home of doctor, inventor and published poet Erasmus Darwin (1731 – 1802). With its unique place in Georgian history Darwin House showcases the breadth of Erasmus Darwin’s interests and achievements which laid the foundations for his grandson and evolutionary biologist Charles.
Ponder in the room where leading Midland industrialists and thinkers were thought to have gathered and shared ground-breaking ideas. Discover the herbs in our tranquil garden used to season Mrs Darwin’s cooking. Learn about the medicinal qualities of plants with which Erasmus treated his patients (often free of charge!). Look through his personal journal to get a sense of his original mind and uncover what inspired his many theories and inventions including a flushing toilet and a speaking machine to name a few. Explore Darwin’s work through interactive exhibits, replica costumes and historical objects.
Guide Prices
Adults £5 (Adults inc Gift Aid £5.50)
Children over 11 years £2
Children up to 11 years free entry
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
- Disabled toilets
Catering
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
Children
- Children welcome
Groups
- Education/study area
- Facilities for educational visits
- Facilities for groups
Languages
- French signs/guides
- German signs/guides
- Italian signs/guides
- Japanese signs/guides
- Russian signs/guides
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Board/Flipchart
- Facilities for conferencing
- Venue approved for civil marriage
- Wedding receptions
Parking
- Parking with charge
Property Facilities
- Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
- Gift shop
- Passenger lift
- Smoking not allowed
- WiFi or internet access
Suitability
- School Trips
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
- Hen/Stag Dos Welcome
