Jen,

This is something we've had to deal as well. We have had two groups of
paranormal researchers come through one of our historic properties and
have had multiple calls on it this year. In the past, it seemed like
such a quirky thing we did nothing except keep a member of our security
staff with the group. As the building in question was not currently
being used for any purposes and contained no artifacts, exhibit spaces,
etc, there wasn't much to be concerned about aside from the structure
itself. However, given that interest seems to be continuing (if not
picking up the pace), it has already been placed on the next board
agenda.

 

That being said, Dave, I wouldn't mind a copy of that pamphlet as well
if you don't mind.

 

Jen, please keep us posted with what you find out.

 

Regan Brooks

Registrar

Gaston County Museum of Art & History

PO Box 429

Dallas, NC 28034-0429

704.922.7681 ext. 107

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Subject: [MUSEUM-L] Paranormal Investigation Policy

 

Does anyone have a paranormal investigation policy that you can share?
We have been inundated with requests for paranormal researchers to
"study" our historic properties. Before we proceed further we would like
to be as informed as possible so if anyone has any experience with this
and any policies or guidelines in place that you could share would be
much appreciated. Also, how do you deal with insurance for researchers?
What do you charge?  Do you make them sign a waiver? How much control do
you have of the distribution of information gathered during the
investigation? What kind of controls do you put in place? How do you
screen these groups? Is it worth it? Does it affect site visitation? Has
income and visibility increased?

 

Thanks so much for the help!

 

Jen

 

 

Jennifer Hurst

Statewide Education Coordinator

 

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