Well, I certainly hope it wasn't from a foreign country... Doesn't that
violate some kind of federal regulation? At the very least, it
constitutes rudeness. I would certainly contact the Director of the
museum where it originated and remind them that they can be held liable
for any damage such a package does to your collections (or staff &
visitors! Ick!).

-----Original Message-----
From: Museum discussion list [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On
Behalf Of John Gavin
Sent: Wednesday, February 02, 2005 11:27 AM
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Subject: Don't Bug Me?

My museum recently received an unsolicited package in the mail from a
distant museum. Inside were some artifacts that were interesting, and
related to our museum's mission. The curator who sent the items stated
that they were from a collection that was being processed: "if your
museum is not interested in these objects please feel free to send them
on to another facility that may be interested or dispose of them for the
good of your organization." She tells me a bit of history about the
original owner of the collection, but dosen't state any information on
ownership, like who signs the donation form?? When I opened the package
I was immediately subjected to overwhelming mold and mildew and shortly
noticed that it had bugs too! I had my registrar place them in the
freezer for now. I intend to write to the director of the museum and
point out the unprofessional actions of her curator, but I though I
would get the opinions of forum subscribers first.
Am I over reacting?? Thanks.

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