Museums · London
The Fan Museum
In or near City of London.
The Fan Museum — a museum in england-london, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich · 0.3 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Fan Museum is a museum located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Fan Museum in Greenwich, London, is dedicated to the history, culture, and craft of fans. It features a unique collection housed in beautifully restored Georgian townhouses, showcasing the artistry and significance of fans throughout history.
Place summary
The Fan Museum is a museum located in London, postcode SE10. It is dedicated to the history and artistry of fans, showcasing a unique collection that spans various cultures and periods.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.4791, -0.0081
- District
- Greenwich
- Parish
- Greenwich, unparished area
- Postcode
- SE10 8ER
- Parliamentary constituency
- Greenwich and Woolwich
- Phone
- +44 20 8305 1441
- Nearest railway station
- Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich — 0.3 km
- Opening
- Tu-Sa 11:00-17:00; Jan off
- Official site
- www.thefanmuseum.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/910356813 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Fan Museum?
- The Fan Museum is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SE10 8ER), in the parish of Greenwich, unparished area.
- What is The Fan Museum?
- The Fan Museum — a museum in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Fan Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode SE10 8ER.
- How do I get to The Fan Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SE10 8ER.