Fan Museum

Charming Greenwich townhouse dedicated to the art and craft of the hand fan, with jewel-box displays, an Orangery for events and a petite tea room.

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Opening Hours

Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Thursday: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Friday: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Saturday: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Introduces forms, materials and techniques across eras and cultures.

Tiny objects, huge social signals.

Compare two fans: one painted, one lace—what’s technique vs. ornament?

📍 Entrance level galleries

Deeper dive into themes, makers and fashion history.

How a fan can be both wearable art and message board.

Find one fan that shows a narrative scene; read it left to right.

📍 Two open-plan rooms (stairs required)

Sunlit room doubles as event space; afternoon tea completes the vibe.

Georgian light for delicate objects—and good photos.

Pause here to sketch your favourite guard or leaf pattern.

📍 Rear of house

Displays span fashion, craftsmanship and social history—fans as tools of etiquette and expression.
Set in a pair of restored 18th-century townhouses in Greenwich.
The Orangery is a popular spot for small weddings and photography thanks to abundant natural light.