How about buying a long Rubbermaid container and laying them flat instead of
hanging them? (Look at their on-line catalog) You can support the hood,
sleeves, and boots by interior padding. A sealed container is also helpful
because it might deter potential infestation.
Dawn Scher Thomae
Milwaukee Public Museum

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From: lmb517 [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Wednesday, October 16, 2002 8:36 PM
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Subject: 1892 eskimo outfit needs proper support


Greetings all,

How do we properly support an Eskimo hide/fur outfit consisting of a hooded
overcoat and footed leggings without undue damage?  Suspending the garment
on
a padded hanger from the ceiling is not feasible due to the hood; neither do
we want to pierce the hide if it can be avoided.  It is preferred that the
footed leggings be displayed in natural position underneath the overcoat.
If
you have any suggestions, please respond on listserve or off to
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Lynette Stephenson
Student, University of Iowa
Volunteer, University of Iowa Natural History Museum

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