There probably _is_ a dearth of good material, but you might try calling
the Museum Reference Center at the Smithsonian and the Technical
Assistance office at the American Assn. of Museums (both in Washington, DC).

Ann Harlow


> As part of a long-range planning process, we are seeking recent publications
>  and/ or articles that discuss "industry" trends for museums, both measurable
>  (such as attendance and membership) and environmental such as mergers,
>  privatization, etc.  I have access to AAM's most recent Financial Analysis
>  Study and notes from a couple of sessions at last year's AAM Annual Meeting as
>  well as a recent article in the ASTC newsletter listing some indicators.
>  Nonetheless, there still seems to be a dearth of good material on this
>  subject.  Any ideas or directions will be greatly appreciated.  Thanks.
>
> Chris Reich
> Putnam Museum of History and Natural Science
> Davenport, Iowa
>