Fan Museum
12 Crooms Hill, Greenwich,  London,  SE10 8ER
Telephone: 020 8305 1441
admin@fan-museum.org Email admin@fan-museum.org
 
Location Map of Fan Museum
 
This unique museum houses the world's finest collection of fans including exquisite examples from the 18th and 19th centuries. This beautifully restored 1721 building provides a superb and elegant setting for the exhibits. Visitors can also explore the landscaped Japanese-style garden, a spectacular orangery with much-admired mural, and fascinating gift shop. In addition to the permanent collection, temporary exhibitions are changed every four months.


 
Visiting Fan Museum
 
 
Opening Times
Tue to Sat 11:00-17:00, Sun 12:00-17:00 | Closed Mon (except Bank Hols) & Dec 25
 
Ticket Prices
£4 (Adults), £3 (Concs), Free (Under 7s) | Free for Senior Citizens & disabled people on Tues from 14:00 (except for groups).
 
Travel
 
Underground Stations
New Cross Tube (East London line closed. Bus service operates) (25 minutes)
New Cross Gate Tube (East London line closed. Bus service operates) (33 minutes)
Railway Stations
Greenwich Railway Station (7 minutes)
Maze Hill Railway Station (12 minutes)
 
 
 
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