The Maneki Neko
Special Collection

A donation of 160 "Japanese Welcoming Cats", plus the loan of additional figurines and related items, results in one of the nation's largest public displays of Maneki Neko and assorted memorabilia.

On February 1st, the CFA Foundation's Feline Historical Museum will open the doors on its initial Special Collection Exhibit -- featuring the appealing and ever-popular Maneki Neko.

The Maneki Neko on display will range in size from miniscule to almost two feet in height and are in a number of mediums, colors, decorations, and expressions. All will sport their trademark - the well-known raised paw, whether it be left or right.

What are the meanings of the various colors of Maneki Neko? What is their history? What does the Raised Paw mean? Visit the Maneki Neko Special Collection and learn the answers!

The Maneki Neko Collection will be open at the Feline Historical Museum, 260 East Main Street, Alliance, OH from February 1st until October 31st, 2012.

Museum hours are: Tuesday/Wednesday 10am-6pm; Friday 1pm-7pm; Saturday 10am-2pm.
Note: the museum will be closed on Saturday, February 4, for a private function.

 
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