On Thu, 14 Nov 1996 22:31:49 EST, you wrote: > >From: CLP2::WALTERSA "Anne Walters" 14-NOV-1996 16:42:46.48 >To: ADLERL >CC: WALTERSA >Subj: pricing for groups >We are currently examining the prices that we charge groups to visit both the >Carnegie Museum of Art and the Carnegie Museum of Natural History (which are >both housed in the same complex); and we are interested in the group rates and >group admissions policies at other museums. > Do you offer a group rate? If so, what is it and how does it compare > with the regular admission rate for individuals? Yes. 4-19 persons get 10% discount. 20 - 49 get 15% discount. over 50 get 20%. Doesn't apply to our "Value Pass" (all facilities) Regular admission rate is adult: $4 (museum(, $3.50 (planetarium), $3.50 (science centre); Value Pass (all facilities) $9.00 3years and under, and members, are admitted free. > Do you offer docent-led tours? If so, what is the group rate for the > tour? Do you charge more for a tour? Yes. Docent and staff interpreter-led tours. No additional charge for a tour. For large groups, we occasionally give an overview/introduction and then send them self-guided. > Do you charge a per person rate for groups or do you charge one flat > fee per group? If you charge one flat fee per group, what is that fee > and does it vary according to the size of the group? Per person, and it does change depending on group size. See above. > Do you require a minimum number per group? Yes, see above. We've tried Family pricing, but couldn't believe how large families can be (truthfully or not!); rather than challenge our visitors' honesty, we've moved away from that to a per-person fee. > What is your "comp." policy? Flexible. All teachers admitted free with groups (max ratio 1:8). May include bus drivers. Economically disadvantaged admitted free upon request. Many comps given out to social service agencies, etc. > Do you require groups to pay a deposit or prepay for their visit? No. the exception is for some of our Excursions, where we charge a non-refundable deposit to hold their seat on the bus (or plane). >I would appreciate any information you can forward to me. My email address is: >[log in to unmask] Anything specific? >Thanks much! Your are very welcome. Many of us struggle with the need to change fees for a whole variety of reasons, so it would be interesting to see your compilation of results. - George Wurtak Director of Programs Manitoba Museum of Man and Nature Winnipeg, Canada [log in to unmask] >Anne Walters, Group Visits Office, Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh