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 Don't Know What to Do About H1N1 Flu? Call (704)-854-H1N1 (4161) From: Museum discussion list [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Jennifer Hurst Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 12:34 PM To: [log in to unmask] 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 PRESERVATION VIRGINIA 204 West Franklin Street Richmond, VA 23220 Phone: 804-314-7530 | Fax: 804-775-0802 E-Mail: [log in to unmask] | Web: preservationvirginia.org <http://preservationvirginia.org/> Connecting people and resources to ensure the continued vitality of Virginia's historic places ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes). Pursuant to North Carolina General Statute, Chapter 132, email correspondence to and from this address may be considered public record under the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties. ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).