Dutch museums may sell treasures to make ends meet

"Rotterdam's Wereldmuseum plans to sell its African and American treasures to cover funding shortfalls made more likely by the economic crisis in Europe and a planned cut in state subsidies to the arts starting in 2013.

It is one of several Dutch museums under pressure to raise money from the public purse, and ideas being explored have ranged from 'adopting' star exhibits to opening a hotel on the premises."  [Read Full Article]

Published by:  Reuters
On:  08/17/11
Website:  http://www.reuters.com

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