Fan Museum
ADDRESS
12 Crooms Hill, SE10 8ER
TELEPHONE
020 8305 1441
OPENING TIMES
Tue to Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 12noon-5pm | Closed Mon (except Bank Hols) & 25 Dec
PRICES
£4 (Adults), £3 (Concs), Free (Under 7s) | Free for Senior Citizens & disabled people on Tues from 2pm (except for groups)
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This unique museum houses the world's finest collection of fans including exquisite examples from the 18th and 19th centuries. The Fan Museum is housed in a beautifully restored 1721 building which 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 arranged approximately every four months. Fan Museum images
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Opening and closing times for Fan Museum
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
11.00
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17.00
Thursday:
11.00
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17.00
Friday:
11.00
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17.00
Saturday:
11.00
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17.00
Sunday:
12.00
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17.00
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