Obscurantism of all kinds is officially promoted in the United States, 
and obscurantists are appointed to high political office.

However, that's not a good reason to follow suit or to include 
mysticism in the public programming of your cultural organization.

-L.D.


On Aug 31, 2005, at 4:54 PM, Marilynn Havelka wrote:

> We are receiving a number of requests from companies or individuals
> interested in doing stories on ghosts at our historic house or 
> clairvoyants,
> or those interested in doing seyonces (sp?). Also it is one of the most
> frequently asked questions from individuals on tour.
> I would like to know what other sites, museums etc. do to accommodate 
> the
> above or do you discourage it. Do you incorporate it into the 
> programming,
> encourage discussion or allow filming for same.
>
> I welcome any feedback!
>
> Thank you
>
>
> Marilynn Havelka,
> Chief Administrative Officer
> Ruthven Park National Historic Site

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