I have not encountered visitors trying it yet, but it should not be treated any differently than cigarette smoking.  Both involve introducing unknown particulates in the museum and create unknown hazards to the collections.

> On Sep 3, 2014, at 2:54 PM, Valerie Seiber <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
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> I am interested to know how other museums are addressing guests "vaping" or using electronic cigarettes inside the museum building. What has been your experience? What are your thoughts and opinions? If you allow guests to use these products, what has been the public perception among your staff or other visitors?
> Thanks for your input!
> Valerie
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> Collections Manager
> The Hershey Story
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