This is my first attempt at seeking advice/suggestions from the network.  I have
already picked up some good information so I trust several of you will have more
help to offer.
 
I am with the International Museum of Cultures in Southwest Dallas, Texas.
Presently we have about 3500 sq.ft. of exhibit space and almost no production
area.  We are in the process of short and long range plans for expansion and we
are doing some research.  Our first building will be a 2,000sq.ft. one which
will house the exhibit production area with all its facilities (at least we hope
all) along with an Art Director's office.  We also are planning to include the
Curator's office and work area in this facility.  The Curator's office will be
next to an entrance to one of the exhibit areas.  Our receiving area will be
included also at one end of this extension.  We have not decided where to place
the Collection storage in the overall expansion.
 
We would like to have input on the inclusion of a ventilating system for
airbrushh work and any other production materials.  Any other comments about
thinngs you have learned over time will be appreciated.
 
Gary Eastty
International Museum of Cultures
7500 W. Camp Wisdom
Dallas, TX 75236
(214) 709-2406
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