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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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Park Row, SE10 | 6 minutes from Fan Museum
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London > Attractions > Museums
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King William Walk, SE10 | 7 minutes from Fan Museum
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SE10 | 8 minutes from Fan Museum
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London > Attractions > Parks and Gardens
Romney Road, SE10 | 9 minutes from Fan Museum
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180 Greenwich High Road, SE10 | 4 minutes from Fan Museum
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302 Creek Road, Greenwick, SE10 | 5 minutes from Fan Museum
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London > Entertainment > Theatres
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London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
26 Royal Hill, SE10 | 4 minutes from Fan Museum
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20 Royal Hill, SE10 | 4 minutes from Fan Museum
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London > Shopping > Books
74 Tranquil Vale, Blackheath, SE3 | 24 minutes from Fan Museum
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London > Restaurants > Modern European restaurants
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London > Education > Adult Education
121 Roman Road, Tower Hamlets, London E2 | 3.9 miles from Fan Museum
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London > Education > Professional Training
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London > Education > Evening Classes
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London > Leisure > Activities
Unit 4, Wood Wharf, Preston Road, Canary Wharf, Tower Hamlets, London E14 | 1.7 miles from Fan Museum
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London > Leisure > Activities
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London > Nightlife > Pubs
Park Row, SE10 | 10 minutes from Fan Museum
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London > Nightlife > Nightclubs
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338 Boord Street, Greenwich, SE10 | 30 minutes from Fan Museum
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London > Business > Venue Hire
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Greenwich Foundation for the Old Royal Naval College, 2, Cutty Sark Gardens, Greenwich, SE10 | 7 minutes from Fan Museum
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London > Business > Venue Hire
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