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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