In a message dated 95-09-25 01:36:08 EDT, you write:

>are numbered so they are tracked. But does
>anyone have policies that say what can and can not be acquired for
>hands-on use?
>Mary Ames B. Sheret

Hello from the Association of Youth Museums.  We have a back issue of our
journal, Hand to Hand, (Volume 5, No. 4) that addresses the issue of
educational collections.  The Children's Museum associated with your Society
is a member and may have this back issue.  The contact name is Amelia
Chamberlain.  If not, a copy can be ordered for $20 for members.  Please give
me a call with any questions.

Sincerely,
Mary Clancy Haack
Association Assistant
Association of Youth Museums
(202) 466-4144 phone
1775 K St., NW Suite 595
Washington, DC  20006
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