William McEwan | |
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| Member of Parliament for Edinburgh Central | |
| In office 1886–1900 | |
| Preceded by | John Wilson |
| Succeeded by | George Mackenzie Brown |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 16 July 1827 Alloa, Scotland |
| Died | 12 May 1913 (aged 85) Mayfair, London, England |
| Resting place | Great Bookham, Surrey, England |
| Political party | Liberal |
| Spouse |
Helen Anderson (after 1885) |
| Children | Dame Margaret Greville |
| Education | Alloa Academy |
| Occupation | Brewer and politician |
William McEwan (/məˈkjuːən/ mə-KEW-ən; 16 July 1827 – 12 May 1913) was a Scottish politician and brewer. He founded the Fountain Brewery in 1856, served as a member of parliament (MP) from 1886 to 1900, and funded the construction of the McEwan Hall at the University of Edinburgh.