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"Jose A. Ortiz" <[log in to unmask]>
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Thu, 3 Oct 1996 21:26:04 -0400
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The New York Public Library had an exhibition about a year ago on TRASH.
 They had scent stations which complemented the exhibition.  It was very
well executed.

Jose Ortiz

On Wed, 2 Oct 1996, Jeff Northam wrote:

> I have been asked to present information on the use of smells and scents in
> museum exhibitions later this month. In order to give a well rounded
> perspective,I would like to solicit information from other museum-l
> subscribers as to their experiences or opinions in the use of scents.
>
> Do you know of examples of institutions that have used scents in
> interesting and innovative ways? How were scents used? Were they effective
> enhancements? Were there any problems or downsides in the use of scents
> such as maintaining proper levels of intensity, controlling dispersion or
> negative responses such as sensitivity or allergic reactions?
>
> Any input would be greatly appreciated. You may respond to me off list or
> on if the subject is of interest to others. Thank you.
>
> Jeff Northam
> Pouncing Pachyderm Productions
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> Jeffrey Northam
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> Pouncing Pachyderm Productions
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