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Display Case Cost
I received an email from the Smithsoanian, regarding, a display case that would be used to display model rockets.
I was told, that a medium display case cost them $24,000 back in 2003, and their exhibitions department, said, that that figure would be much higher today. So, if we wanted a display of model rockets at the Smithsonian, money would need to be raised to cover the cost, because, a display case is not in their budget. Any thoughts? |
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I think more research should be done to get the exact cost of doing a display.
Then, decide what will be put in the case and how it will be arranged. Create some conceptual artwork. After all this, make a presentation to the NAR Board for funding. Maybe part NAR, part manufacturers, part donations. It's a good start. Bob |
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Bob
This is the only information that I had received so far, I , also asked for a list of the models that they have in storage, no reply yet. Ken |
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I would hope that as a group we could raise $76,000 or so for a comercial for the hobby, that we should be able to do something similar for a permanent display.
Just my 2cents. Mike |
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Re: Funding for Display Case...
Well, with the "Old Rocketeers Reunion" coming up at NARAM 50, we May be able to raise some money for this project... Just a thought!
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Glen A. N.A.R. #26298 L1 |
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I made a request to the Smithsonian for more details on a display case, haven't gotten a reply back yet, but, when I do, I will post that information.
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Is the case made out of titanium and bullet proof glass then hermetically sealed. I can go get one for $100.
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Remember the $900.00 toilet seats? This was a price that was sent to me from the curator of displays at the Smithsonian, I sent another email requestion information as to size, materials , what would be placed inside etc. No reply back yet.
I also asked for a list of all hobby model rockets that they have in storage, they should have that information also. No reply on that either. When I get the details, I will post it here. I can only report what I am told, but, when your dealing with the Government, you know how that works. |
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And here I always thought The Smithsonian was a private organization-not part of the gubment?
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Jon SAM #0396 BAR 02/07 NAR 86940 KF4GUL Aim high, fly straight! |
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The Smithsonian finally got back to me with the cost of a display case..........$25,000.00.
I am also waiting to get a list of the rocket kits that they have in storage. Any carpenter's out there? The price sounds kind of steep, no details on the size or materials either. |
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