The fact that there is no document is the very reason why you *can't*
give it away:  without that piece of paper, *you don't own it!*  This is
a thorny problem that has been haunting museums for years.

This issue has been covered before on the list; you might want to
consult the archives for more information.

Laura Mahoney wrote:
>
> In response to the first question, it seems to me that if there is no
> documentation to the contrary there appears to be no reason why you
> just can give the materials away -- possibly try to find another institution
> that might want them or use them as part of an educational collection.
>
> Just my opinion...
>
> Laura Mahoney
> Office of Sponsored Projects
> Smithsonian Institution

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