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Susan Foutz posted a reply on Re: Artist Residency
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 10:06 AM
Said: We have "visiting artists" who apply, host workshops, and are connected with the museum for a year at a time. The program description and eligibility requirements are in the first link. A description of part artists and their programs a...
Anne Fullenkamp posted a reply on Re: Artist Residency
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 7:57 AM
Said: We have several artists in residence programs. Here’s a link to our most established one. This might give you some ideas about what you might want to do.https:...
Zoe James posted a reply on Re: Artist Residency
Monday, May 27, 2024 at 7:53 PM
Said: Check out what the San Diego museum does. All their exhibits are created by artists !
Sean Mendell posted a reply on Re: Gift Shop Loss Prevention
Monday, May 27, 2024 at 6:40 PM
Said: I’m out of the office until June 1 with limited access to email. I’ll respond as soon as I can, but there may be a delay before you hear from me. Thank you for your patience.
In the meantime, if you need to reach Behringer-Crawford Museum w...
Allie Schubert posted a new Topic
Monday, May 27, 2024 at 6:37 PM
Gift Shop Loss Prevention
Hi all,
I am curious about loss prevention in your gift shops. Our museum is pretty new (we opened Sept 2023) and I am noticing some product loss. I'd like to know if what I'm seeing is typical, or if we have a low/high rate of loss. Some quick questions:
I am curious about loss prevention in your gift shops. Our museum is pretty new (we opened Sept 2023) and I am noticing some product loss. I'd like to know if what I'm seeing is typical, or if we have a low/high rate of loss. Some quick questions:
- What volume/percentage of loss does your gift shop typically see?
- Do you factor this percentage into your inventory purchases/pricing structure?
- If you use Altru, is there any way to ide...
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