The Fan Circle International works to promote interest, research and education in the hand fan, both antique and modern.
Membership is open to professionals, amateurs, collectors, and those just fascinated by hand fans. Through promoting research and education the FCI aims to widen the appeal and knowledge of this once essential costume accessory.
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- Fan Museum Exhibition: Fans in the Age of Jane Austen – 17th September 2025 to 21st March 2026.The Fan Museum brings you an exhibition, showcasing a variety of fans depicting a range… Continue reading Fan Museum Exhibition: Fans in the Age of Jane Austen – 17th September 2025 to 21st March 2026.
- In Conversation with Mary Cooper, The Bowes Museum, 4th November 2025For all details click the following link: https://thebowesmuseum.org.uk/whats-on/in-conversation-with-mary-cooper/
- ZOOM -Souvenirs of Splendour – a journey through fans and fan makers of Imperial ViennaOnline talk – Thursday 16th October 2025 Join us on Zoom on Thursday 16th October… Continue reading ZOOM -Souvenirs of Splendour – a journey through fans and fan makers of Imperial Vienna