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Kewpies

The Museum of Discovery’s Kewpie collection is one of the largest in the world. The Museum's collection ranges from greeting cards and tea sets to porcelain dolls and jigsaw puzzles. Assorted Kewpies are displayed on a regular basis.

Mummy Coffin

The Museum of Discovery acquired the mummy case in 1973. The mummy coffin is free of previous restoration and in superb condition. The coffin was made in Apu (Panopolis), Egypt circa 600 B.C. While some facts remain a mystery, there is much we do know about the mummy case.

Animal Collection

The Museum of Discovery has over 51 species of animals. They are often used in outreach programs or animal programs at the Museum. Ranging from owls to spiders, there are animals of all shapes and sizes.

Miss Kyoto

Friendship Dolls such as Miss Kyoto arrived in America in 1926. They were gifts from the children of Japan to commemorate the history and friendship between Japan and the United States. Many Friendship dolls were destroyed during World War II.
Thirty-five dolls of the Japanese dolls have been located in the United States, including Miss Kyoto.

Multicultural Masks

Multicultural masks make up one of the largest collections at the Museum of Discovery. Many masks feature animals and are of the type frequently used in festivals.