Marianne,

I would ask your architect to get you an actual list of the museums that are doing this so you can get in contact with them and discuss their experience with them.  It could be that they did do it but are now regretting the decision.  I would as wonder if he has been misinformed about this practice.  He was "advised" about it, but who was the person advising him?  Do they really know what they were talking about?

Also isn't there a SPC that deals with security? You might try getting a hold of them and seeing if they have any resources that can help you.

Heather Marie Wells
Shiloh Museum of Ozark History 

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Subject: [MUSEUM-L] Location of security monitors




I am involved in the plans for a new art museum and was asked today by the architect whether we would consider locating the security monitors and one guard at the main entrance, sharing one long desk area with the admissions staff and information person. He was advised that some museums are now placing a guard and cameras there to make it clear that there is security in place. 



My question is whether anyone has done or considered this? I’m concerned about that we don’t create an off-putting atmosphere for visitors, which this location might do. On the other hand, it would be a space saver. 



Thanks for any suggestions and comments! 





Marianne Richter 

Curator 

The Briscoe Western Art Museum 

315 E. Commerce, #205 

San Antonio, TX 78205 

(210)299-4499; (210)299-4118 fax 

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