Fan Museum in Greenwich

A beautiful and interesting museum that uses fans to deliver a unique perpescitive of our history. The audio tour gave lots of additional info too. Would reccommend.

Lovely little museum, nice and quiet and the displays were really interesting!

Delightful, interesting unique museum. Welcoming knowledgeable staff. Audio guide is a bonus. The Paris exhibition is fascinating and well curated. Lovely gift shop as well.

I have become a huge fan as a result of this visit. Came on a quiet Wednesday morning and had the place to myself. Enjoyed the special display on Paris.

We had our civil wedding ceremony at the Fan Museum on 16th September 2023 and it was exactly what we’d hoped for. Our main (and larger) wedding was due to be held in Lisbon the following week, meaning we needed somewhere in London to hold a short, intimate civil ceremony to make our marriage legal. Our local Registry Office was due to be renovated on our intended wedding date and most other venues only offered package deals (inclusive of meal and drinks packages which we didn’t need). The Fan Museum however was perfect for us. We were able to hire the room on an hourly basis, in a beautiful setting and still fit in 30 of our closest friends and family. The staff were absolutely lovely, particularly Sophie who made sure everything was in order on the day. We had the perfect day in a relaxed and beautiful setting and are grateful we found this little gem when we did. We honestly could not have asked for more. Thank you to everyone at the Fan Museum and sorry it’s taken so long to write this review!

A very nice place, for children and adults

Lovely building. Fascinating and beautiful exhibits. Friendly and informative volunteers. Well worth a visit.

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Gaza City – Ibrahim Jahsan’s young family has been sheltering at the Saint Porphyrius Church in Gaza City since the war began. One of Gaza’s 1,000 Christians, Jahsan never doubted the church was a safe space for him, his pregnant wife and two children aged five and six. The Greek Orthodox church – the oldest in the city, located in the Zaytoun neighbourhood – has traditionally served as a sanctuary for both Christians and Muslims during Israel’s periodic wars against Gaza. The church was sheltering hundreds of people when an Israeli bomb severely damaged one of the four buildings in its compound on Thursday evening, causing its ceiling to collapse and leaving dozens trapped under slabs of concrete, according to witnesses.

This museum is a true wonder! The exhibits are remarkable, and I had a fantastic time.

Very quaint little museum with frequently changing exhibitions. The staff were all very helpful and the audio guide was very informative. Probably takes no more than an hour to see everything.

Fans aren't just for keeping cool. They can be art! This museum has lots of pretty fans from different places and times. See if you can find the fanciest one.

Très jolie petit musée et original. On y trouve l histoire de l'éventail et une belle collection. Je recommande à tous.

Small but lovely museum with great display of beautiful items. Comprised of 2 rooms, but don't let it fool you, it's a mine of knowledge about fans! The staff was very friendly and helpful and so easy to talk to! There is also very nice gift shop.

We recently held our wedding ceremony at the Fan Museum’s Orangery. The room is perfect for an intimate wedding and everyone loved it. Sophie has been superb in preparing for the event and made sure everything runs smoothly on the day itself. Thanks a lot for having us. Happy to recommend!

Very interesting place to go and learn about the history of the fan.

The place is very nice and the people working there are very helpful and friendly. The exhibits on the first floor are also narrated and you can listen about their story and how they’re made.

Mažas ,jaukus miziejukas.Labai maloniai pasitinka.

I have up to now only seen fans as props in period dramas. Visiting this museum has introduced me to a fascinating world! As well as the wonderful artefacts on display, the amazing staff make this a wonderful experience. As well as having an awesome knowledge their enthusiasm makes this a truly memorable visit. Many thanks for a lovely afternoon!

I absolutely love fans. I'm fans' biggest fan. Doesn't get any better than this. Can't believe I was in touching distance of so many majestic and thought-provoking fans. I hadn't been that excited since I saw the sock exhibition the other week. Awe inspiring.

Wonderful and an amazing selection of fans Well worth a visit. Its a small museum but its packed with interesting fans and information Friendly staff Very enjoyable

I didn't know how interesting fans could be, really enjoyed learning more about these beautiful things

Małe, zadbane muzeum i ciekawe fany. Piękny ogród, bilet £5.

It was a really beautiful and informative place - it costs a few pounds for a ticket, but it’s worth it and you get a free audio guide tour with it. There weren’t many people there at the time, but I still had some nice conversations about the fans with two friendly ladies

Welcome to the great museum for fans, where you can admire priceless artefacts and historical treasures... and sorry folks, but there won't be any OnlyFans content on display. You'll have to go elsewhere for your fix of questionable material!

My friend had already paid in advance for us to be told when we got there that part of the museum was closed for a fan workshop. The café was also closed. I thought it rather cheeky of the museum to charge her and then tell us that half the museum was closed off when we got there. The shopkeeper was also a little stuffy and stuck up. I found the place rather disappointing and pretentious. I wouldn't recommend it if you are not a monarchist or if you do not enjoy the fact that it reeks of colonialism.

Fascinating about the history of flags. Some beautiful examples. An hour ample time for a visit. Shop has some pretty algifts and modern books to learn about fans. Glad I visited.

A lovely quaint museum away from the noise of London. Saw many beautiful fans and learnt a lot about the history of the different types. They also had an exhibition on upstairs about Royal fans and it was lovely to see it through the ages and how glamorous ornamental fans can be. They have a free audio guide which was brilliantly designed and very informative. Would recommend if you have the time in Greenwich.

The theme for this exhibition was 'Coronations and Celebrations'. It was amazing. It was worth going there. The staff members are all very friendly and welcoming. There is also a gift shop, I bought a fan bookmark

FANtastic museum! If you thought like me, that fans are only those made from paper when you were young , then you were very wrong. I was blown away to learn about the history of fans and the variety of these beautiful and elegant masterpieces. The collection has fans made out even from turtle shells or very rare feathers. Apart from receiving awards from aboard, the museum is linked even to the queen through the fans they provided to her. The staff is extremely friendly and will assist and answer any question you may have, especially the manager, who is an awesome guy. They also have an orangery where you can enjoy a cup of tea but you need to book it in advance. Toilets are free to use. A small shop will provide exciting souvenirs. The ticket is only £5 and you will receive a useful audio guide.

Disappointed not to find more Spanish fans. For a real enthusiast, I'd suggest the fan display at the Alcázar of Seville. Also their cafe is now closed.

Beautifully displayed. Happy to go back another time. So much to see.

Not a big museum but it opens your eyes about the varity of fans

Wonderful detailed style. Lovely.

Who knew fans could be so interesting.

Lovely little museum tucked away in Greenwich, really recommend if you’re looking for something unique to do. I needed to visit here for some university work I’ve been doing and it was perfect for what I needed. Lovely staff.

Unbelievable place. Unbelievable collection. Worth visiting, the lady that owns the place is there, charming lady with lots of knowledge. Nice to find a museum for 5 pounds with so much history. Highly recommended.

מעניין. יש תערוכות מתחלפות בקומה השניה

a unique museum in greenwich, close to greenwich market

Museo splendido e curatissimo. Consta di due sale al piano terra di tipo didattico, con teche piene di splendidi ventagli spiegati dettagliatamente dall'audio guida compresa nel biglietto. Al piano superiore mostre temporanee su temi scelti di volta in volta, al fine di mettere in mostra l'ampia collezione. Nel momento in cui ho avuto modo di visitarlo ve ne era una sui ventagli fioriti. Piccolo gioiello, consigliatissimo. Costo 5 sterline.

don't go if you don't like fans! nice place though. reasonably priced

Careful... Closed on Sundays, Monday and Tuesday

Spent about an hour here, it was such a lovely experience! Staff were friendly aswell There are so many beautiful fans to see alongside listening to an audio guide and reading the infoboxes on the side - learned quite a lot today £5 is also a good deal for this place :) It's a lot smaller than most mainstream galleries/museums, but there's still quite a few things to see. You don't have to prebook in advance which is also great If you're a lover of fans/rococo history/ beautiful things and you've got an hour to spare, this place is definitely worth it Definitely coming here again with family 🙂👍🏼

Absolutely gorgeous exhibition of fans in a beautiful Georgian House. Had not expected it to be so special, many of the fans are works of art. Also delightful and friendly staff. Wish I had not waited so long to visit, it will be on my regular tour of London galleries from now on.

Wonderful one of a kind museum!

We visited the Fan museum on a rainy Saturday afternoon,its been on my list since 2019 but guess what got in the way! We now have the art pass and get in for free,its well worth the journey,the guide was excellent and all the fan are beautiful!

Very fascinating place located in greenwich. I was amazed and awed by the exquisite collection of fans. It was like a window to the old world. The charming fans and the delicate work on them is something to observe. This place is very beautiful and should definitely be visited. See the orangery. You can buy some fancy things at the in house store. Just mind blowing.

So kid friendly and a thought out kid activity sheet. I took my daughter and 2 sons and honestly worried if they would be interested. But the activity sheet was more of a treasure hunt. Very interesting stories and informative boards. Staff welcomed us with a familial warmth and the orangery was stunning. Would love to go back for a cream tea!

£5 to go in unless you are national trust member

We had been tongue observatory and I had seen this on TripAdvisor and thought we would take a look. It's £5 to get in unless you are a national trust member. The ladies there are lovely and happy to chat about the exhibits.

Very different kind of museum and the staff are really nice

Quem gostar de conhecer história através de leques, é um excelente lugar.

Unique but very interesting and quite cute

The Fan Collection its magnificent, the people that work in it are very kind, they know all about it.

The collection includes some very old fans as well as fans from different countries, made with different materials.

We combineerden het bezoek van het museum met de high tea en dit is echt een aanrader. De thee was superlekker, de scones overheerlijk en de locatie in de oranjerie stuurde je 100 jaar terug in de tijd.

a new greenwich discovery for me, defo recommend their afternoon tea and cakes.

A gem of a museum - albeit a niche subject - in a beautiful and well preserved Georgian house in the centre of Greenwich. Some lovely fans in a very well presented environment. Thank you.

A really delightful miniature - and it is miniature - museum, with some simply exquisitely beautiful pieces inside it. A collection of love, with the most helpful volunteers to guide you round. Truly one of a kind. Take a detour to visit it.

I didn't expect to love this but it was really good - the audio guide made a big difference and it was Fabulous!

Lovely museum about fan in Greenwich

Beautiful ancient fans to view

Charming and well presented, a true gem! We visited the Fan Museum for a friend's birthday and it was a truly lovely experience. The museum isn't very large, so you can can see all the displays and exhibits in less than hour. The venue itself is immaculately well kept, there are helpful audio guides and the staff are really friendly and helpful. The washrooms are equally charming and then there's the delightful Orangery, where you can have an afternoon tea (though this is really a cream tea with some cake options after - no sandwiches). The tea was perfect - just the right amount, you could get refills and they catered for gluten free wonderfully (though you do need to give them a few days notice). Highly recommended!

Have visited several times. Exhibits changed regularly so always fresh. Have recommended this little gem to friends. Bought lovely fan earrings.

Do you know a lot about fans? If you answered yes and you have not been here, you should probably go and educate yourself. I really enjoyed this and would recommend.

The only word to describe this small museum is charming- definitely worth a visit

Came here a few years ago.Its got some lovely fans,very pretty they are.

Excellent displays and atmosphere.

Quirky little place, but highly reccomended if you are in the local area! Amazing number of fans from all over the world! Some with intriquite detail and history behind them. If you are into fans you will love this place, if not it will still entertain and is really intresting!

Lovely wee and charming museum housed in a Georgian house, garden and orangery café. Don't go on Wednesday as the café is not open! Houses many beautiful fans made from a variety of different materials from all around the world. Some are many hundreds of years old! Admission is £5 and well worth it! One of London's hidden gems. In close proximity to St Alfege Church, Greenwich Picture House, Greenwich Market, Greenwich Park, National Maritime Museum, Greenwich Theatre, The Cutty Sark, The Gipsy Moth, The River Thames, Greenwich Foot Tunnel, The Prime Meridian, The Royal Observatory, etc. Nearest station is Greenwich.

Lovely collection with such a nice tea room

Very interesting, some incredible creations. Who knew fans could be so interesting!

Small collection of fans, beautifully displayed in a lovely 18th century house. There is a small collection of fans on the ground floor and a gift shop. Upstairs is another collection showcased in two rooms which are open plan. You can view everything very quickly. Think the £5 is a little expensive for the amount of items on view but with property prices in the area and staffing they will probably need to charge that amount. However, if you are a fan of fans you'll appreciate it. There is a small tea room out the back. I didn't have time to visit but it looked cute. I've posted a few pictures of the museum. I have given 3 stars because there isn't much to see but it is in a nice house and quirky so pop in if you are passing by.

Beautiful house, lovely garden , great afternoon tea room, superb fans.

Uma gracinha de museu e tem também um café delicioso. Se estiver pela redondeza não perca a oportunidade em conhecê-lo.

Fantastische Kollektion von alten Fächern. Einige antike Stücke beispielsweise ein japanisches Fächerblatt aus dem 13 Jhdt. oder ein Fächer von Elisabeth I. Die Orangerie die normalerweise eine kleine Teestube beherbergt hatte leider geschlossen. Das Personal des Museums war extrem freundlich und zuvorkommend. Der Eintritt im September 2019 beträgt 5 Pfund und ist im Londonpass inbegriffen

Lovely little museum and if you use national trust membership you get discount. The tea room was lovely as was the choice of teas and cakes a hidden gem

I went here with the London Pass. The museum itself is small but very interesting. The standout is The Orangery. Very beautiful and lovely afternoon tea. Worth visiting for that alone. Excellent scones.

A small museum that you can walk through in five minutes. It's interesting and the fans are definitely pretty. I would have like to stay for afternoon tea but they weren't serving when I was there

I am a big fan of fans ;) especially the Korean ones !

Fantastic tiny gem of a museum, well worth a visit

Worth a visit if you like that sort of thing or your using a pass that has entry included on it.

Charming little museum - for £5 this is good value. We spent about 20 min but if you are near the Greenwich park or observatory and you like fans it's a delightful side trip.

Lots of fans. Interesting, calm and charming.

Nice place but small for the price

Really charming place. Beautiful building and amazing fans - intricate, astounding designs, made from all manner of materials eg feathers, ivory, tortoiseshell; many are hundreds of years old. The Orangery where we ate is particularly beautiful. Staff are wonderful and audio guides helpful. Recommend a visit! Free to over 60s one day a week and always half price to National Trust members.

One of the places I've always wanted to visit. It met all my expectations and more.

The museum actually possess's the world's most important single collection of famous fan leaves and associated items that go into making the fans. The examples in the museum include numerous exquisite designs- a selection of which is presented in an exhibition for public viewing every four months.Other than the fans,the buildings at 10-12 Croom Hill are of great interest as well. They are a pair of Grade 11 listed buildings dating back to 1712;and have been lovingly restored, to retain much of their previous facade in as authentic a fashion as is possible.

A really lovely and unique darling little museum with fans from all over the world, dating back to 1590! Very friendly members of staff and great value for money. A real hidden gem!

Nit big but good enough for a visit. The kids loved the treasure hunt there.

!!!!!!!!!!!Racist staff at the door!!!!!!!!!! Me and my friend are going to the tea room in the museum, the staff explained that we have to pay the entry fee in order to get into the back where the tea room is, we are cool to pay for it but the way and attitude we receive and the eye rolling after we pay makes us feel very disrespect and being treated different just because we are Asian.

An interesting curio, won't take long to go around though.

I traveled to London from Yorkshire on Wednesday for my first visit to this museum where I had an appointment with Mrs Alexander, a lovely lady and the founder. She has agreed to 'conserve' my Grandmothers Edwardian lace fan which I inherited 63 years ago and unfortunately has deteriorated over the years. Thank you very much to Mrs Alexander and her very informative staff for making me feel welcome. The Fan Museum is wonderful and well worth a visit, my favourite fan in the current exhibition is 'The Pansy Fan'. Unfortunately The Orangery is closed on Wednesdays so I was unable to sample the cakes etc., but will look forward to Afternoon Tea on my return visit.

Wow who new there would be this much to know about fans. Also has a good Orangery

It's a wonderful little museum in a beautiful Georgian home. Very aesthetically pleasing all around.

A real treasure trove. This is a delight and if you get the chance to visit their exhibitions are informative and like works of art.

Nice cafe and interesting fans to look at and learn history of. Recommend a visit.

Privati kolekcija privačiame name. Labai senoviška.

This is a beautiful gem in the heart of Greenwich.

Most underrated museum in London, stunning examples of Fans through different periods and a delightful cafe underneath in the Orangery with the best high tea i've had. Great value for money!