[NHCOLL-L:821] the cost of collections care

[Remko Jansonius]

Dear colleagues -

Is there anything like a (ballpark) dollar figure for the cost of 
collections care? Something that takes into account space, storage 
supplies, record keeping, maintenance, staff time, etc? For example 
per item (whatever type), or amount of storage space, etc.
Several years ago I heard people talk about this, but I don't know if 
there actual was such a figure, or if it would even be possible to 
come to such a figure.
If there is, such a figure could be very useful in convincing "them" 
(private funders, board members, the finance department, etc) of my 
needs.

Any response would be greatly appreciated, either through the list, 
or directly to my e-mail address.

Thanks!


Remko Jansonius
Director of Collections
Miami Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33129

t: 305-646-4252
f: 305-646-4300
e: rjansonius at miamisci.org

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