Shanghai's 'Meowseum Nights' a sell-out hit with cat owners (and cats)

"It's about being a museum for society. We can't do this every day, but it was a valuable outreach: cat people now have a special affection for the Shanghai Museum."

"Shanghai has 24 million people, and 1.3 million pet cats. But there is not much accommodation for pet cats. In recent years, the change in attitude towards cats has been big, and it is a big topic, of how to accept and live with pets."

"Many private museums in the city are now holding dog days, limited to stroller-sized canines. The idea of bringing pets to museums is taking off."

"The Egyptian show runs until 17 August 2025, but Chu says the museum will not repeat Meowseum Nights, despite popular demand."

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