Dear Elana:
A number of years ago, I believe that the Delaware Art Museum went from a donation box to a charge and then back to a donation for a while.  This would have been some time ago, however, so perhaps no one remembers.
Regards,
Chuck Watkins

Elana Hornstein wrote:

> I am new to the Museum-L listserve, so please forgive me if this issue was
> discussed previously:
>
> Our Museum is considering eliminating our admissions fees. Currently, we
> charge $7.00 for general admission and $4.00 for discounted admissions. Some
> argue that this could be a barrier for some visitors and may be limiting our
> potential visiting audience.  I am currently conducting an evaluation to
> determine if this is the case.  As part of my evaluation, I would like to
> look at a few case studies of other museums that previously charged an
> admissions fee, and then either reduced it or eliminated it completely.  Can
> anyone refer me to Museums that have done this?
>
> Your help is greatly appreciated.
>
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> Elana K. Hornstein
> Visitor Services Manager
> Education Department
> San Jose Museum of Art
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