[Nhcoll-l] Drones around real specimens?

[Bentley, Andrew Charles]

I highly doubt that any damage would be caused to collections by a drone (except maybe by an inexperienced or careless operator) and suspect that the added exposure and advocacy for collections would far outweigh any concerns that could be adequately mitigated through policies and procedures.

Andy
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Andy Bentley
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From: Nhcoll-l <nhcoll-l-bounces at mailman.yale.edu> On Behalf Of William Simpson
Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2022 12:49 PM
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Subject: [Nhcoll-l] Drones around real specimens?


Hi All,

I've just seen a promotional video taken by a drone flying inside a natural history museum, including getting close to real specimens such as mounted dinosaur skeletons.   What do you all think of this?  The video is a very engaging experience.  I am mulling over what message this sends to the public about a museum's attitude concerning its responsibilities for professional care vs increased public exposure.  Do the benefits of such promotion justify this?

Best,

Bill
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William F. Simpson (he)
Head of Geological Collections
McCarter Collections Manager, Fossil Vertebrates
Gantz Family Collections Center

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