[BCMA] Outdoor display cases

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Hello, world!

 

I am in the midst of planning an exhibit for an outdoor space (photo below).
I want to put a couple of chainsaws out there, as well as saw blades and
other objects from some of the local sawmills. However, as this is right at
the main entrance to the Museum's property, I also want to keep that nice
welcoming openness of the shed - so I was thinking Plexiglas display cases
without wooden or metal frames - just a support along the bottom - to
protect the objects without adding any more solid structure to the space
than absolutely necessary. The cases will be along the sides of the shed,
between the support posts, so under the roof but still within range of
blowing rain and snow.

 

I'm pretty sure sealed Plexi will keep most of the bugs out, but what about
condensation? I've also been told that water doesn't just roll off
Plexiglas. And is there a way to build these cases so they are sealed but
still let us change or add objects occasionally without having to destroy
things?

 

Thoughts? Suggestions for alternatives?

 

Thanks!

 

Tammy

 

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Tammy Bradford, Manager

Creston & District Museum & Archives

219 Devon Street, Creston, BC V0B 1G3

Phone 250-428-9262

www.crestonmuseum.ca

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