Speaking unofficially on behalf of the Adler, the answer is not so much a
matter of interest as it is a matter of logistics (we don't have anywhere
near the room needed to house such a large collection, no matter how
wonderful it is, and it is!) and, predictably, finances (the asking price
is several millions more than we have on reserve).
Marv
>Dear Gordon,
>
>How did you learn about the closing of the Time Museum?
>The collection is too good to be dispersed by selling off parts.
>Would the Adler Planetarium be interested in buying it?
>I also was very fond of the collections there. If I recall correctly, Fred
>Sawyer had a bifilar equal angular heliochronometer there.
>
>Thanks for posting.
>Warren
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