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Please post any thoughts on this. I don't have an even issue but a class
teaching a certain needlework technique that was copied (but not
copyrighted).
Candace Perry
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Subject: [MUSEUM-L] protecting program content and title from imitators?
They say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.
I wonder if that is true when it comes to special events or programs.
Have you ever developed a program or event, the first of its kind in your
area, only to see others "copy" the program after your success is proven?
Have you taken steps to prevent this - or to respond to those duplicating
your efforts?
It becomes a concern to us when the competing event is similarly named -
perhaps confusing the audience; or when it dilutes your potential audience
by competing for their dollars. But we're not sure what to do - or if we
want to do anything. Concern has been expressed that we did not copyright or
slogan mark our event title or concept (not even sure if you can do that!)
Anyone have tales to relate along these lines?
Cindy Boyer
Director of Museums and Education
The Landmark Society of Western New York
133 S. Fitzhugh St.
Rochester NY 14608
(585) 546-7029 ext. 12
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