Depends on where and what your space situation is. We have done a few very small evening dinner events with success. By small, I am talking two round tables that seat 20. In this particular space, everything is in an exhibit case, so nothing can really be damaged without opening a case. We also have someone there separate from the event to watch guests and how they are interacting within the space. Again, it really just depends.

On Tue, Apr 3, 2018 at 1:33 PM, Laura Rice <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

If you must, exercise great caution. Place tables and food and drank well away from artwork and artifacts, and conduct thorough inspections of the collections pieces and space before and after. I don't recommend it--I worked for a museum that once had a large pan of gravy go through a painting. Repairs were costly--so be sure your caterer is heavily insured should something go awry.

Laura Rice

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Hello learned colleagues,

What are the current thoughts in our field about holding small, controlled, infrequent fine-dining events inside museum exhibit galleries? Recent published articles suggest that several respected museums have held such events, and I wonder if anyone has experiences to share or opinions to put forward.

Wade Lawrence

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