Since we're on the topic of barcoding, has anyone had any experience
with barcoding in an historic house setting?  We have a site in
development with a large number of objects in relatively small spaces.
I've been mulling over the idea of barcoding mainly because of the sheer
number of objects, but I see the advantages as fairly limited,
particularly since the objects wouldn't move too much.  Is there any
reason I should pursue this?  RFID may be more what we need, but we'll
have so many objects in small spaces that it may limit its
effectiveness.
 
Any input would be appreciated!
Sandra
 

Sandra Smith | John & Neville Bryan Director of Museum Collections |
National Trust for Historic Preservation | 1785 Massachusetts Avenue,
NW, Washington DC 20036 | Phone: 202.588.6154 | Fax: 202.588.6232 |
www.nationaltrust.org <http://www.nationaltrust.org/> 

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