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Amy Thornton posted a new Topic
Friday, Aug 21, 2026 at 9:43 AM
Closing outdoor spaces - lightning notifications
Hi all,
Our museum has a new top floor terrace that we're closing if there is lightning/thunder. Does anyone use an app to get notifications of when lightning is close? And if so, what radius around your location do you use to close your outdoor spaces?
Any input on how you close your outdoor spaces for inclement weather is welcome!
Many thanks,
Amy
Our museum has a new top floor terrace that we're closing if there is lightning/thunder. Does anyone use an app to get notifications of when lightning is close? And if so, what radius around your location do you use to close your outdoor spaces?
Any input on how you close your outdoor spaces for inclement weather is welcome!
Many thanks,
Amy
Laura Bright posted a reply on Re: What Small Things do You do to Show Appreci...
Thursday, Aug 20, 2026 at 1:11 PM
Said: Hi Madeline, we do a themed gift for our highest level of supporters, but just this last year we gave out handmade cards using artwork that was created in the art studio/art workshops by museum kids! This was very well received. Rather ...
Harmony Dawson posted a reply on Re: Birthday Gift Brainstorm
Wednesday, Aug 19, 2026 at 3:57 PM
Said: We always have the birthday kiddo pick their favorite animal from a list and then our staff chooses a stuffed animal (maximum $25 retail value) for them! This goes well with the program topics that we usually do during birthday parties....
Crystal Moody posted a reply on Re: Customer Service Handbooks for Frontline Staff
Wednesday, Aug 19, 2026 at 2:44 PM
Said: I am also working on something like this and would love any input from other museum leaders.
Katherine Patterson-Paronto posted a reply on Re: Bulk Lego Cleaning
Wednesday, Aug 19, 2026 at 1:16 PM
Said: We don't use LEGOs specifically but have a variety of props that we clean. We have at least two sets of everything so that we have time to let things dry. Our plastic Gears set is closest to LEGO and is washed in the dishwasher in mesh ...
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