Here is a link to the article for those who are interested:

http://www.berkshireeagle.com/Stories/0,1413,101%257E7514%257E1336396,00.html?search=filter

As the quote in the article states, it's a violation of professional
standards of the museum world--not to mention ethics--to do this.  In my
understanding, collections may be sold only if the proceeds directly
support futher collections activity--not supporting the institution's
bottom line.

All best,

Christian Carr
Acting Director
Sweet Briar Museum
Visiting Assistant Professor
Department of Arts Management
Sweet Briar College
434.381.6246 (phone)
434.381.6132 (fax)

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