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i ONE CIVIC SQUARE MUSEUM OF MINIATURE HOUSES
CARMEL, INDIANA 46032 THOMAS LANDSHOF, DIRECTOR CHECK AMOUNT: $10,000.00
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CHECK NUMBER: 184623
CARMEL IN 46032 -1823
CHECK DATE: 4/21/2010
DEPARTMENT ACCOUNT PO NUMBER INVOICE NUMBER AMOUNT DESCRIPTION
504 4355100 10,000.00 2010 DONATION
-THE
MUSEUMOF
NIMATURE
HOUSES
CO O s INc. I I' AR Al
April 20, 2010
City Of Carmel
One Civic Square
Carmel, IN 46032
Invoice
Grant to implement audio tour, install display cases and purchase folding
tables and chairs for the expanded Girl Scout program and for planned
workshops.
Total $10,000.00
Co- Founders:
Suzanne L. Moffett Suzanne H. Landshof Nancy E. Lesh
III East Main Street Carmel, Indiana 46032 1823 317.575.9466
www.museumofminiatures.org
MUSEUMOF
NRNIATURE
H OUSES
COI.LECFIONS INC
January 5, 2010
Mr. James Brainard, Mayor
City of Carmel.
One Civic Square
Carmel, .1N 46032
Dear Jim,
The Museum of Miniature Houses Other Collections would appreciate being considered for a
grant from the Carmel Arts Fund for $30,500.
The Museum of Miniature Houses And Other Collections, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 organization
founded in 1991. It has been open to the public for seventeen years attracting over 4800 visitors
per year. They have come from all 50 states and over 10 foreign countries. The Museum is
unique in that there are only six museums in the United States that are dedicated to show and
teach the art of scale miniatures. It is a museum of fine arts in miniature. A museum is always an
asset to the community. It creates a sense of worth, of value.
Because of the diversity of the Museum's collection, it appeals to all ages and both men and
women. About 30% of professional miniaturists are male. Among the many professions
represented are architecture, electrical engineering, woodworking, coatings, and mechanical
engineering. Art forms include silver (similar to jewelry smithing), porcelain, weaving, glass
blowing, sculpting, painting, fabrication, and more.
The museum has successfully completed the Museum Addition Project adding approximately
850 sq. ft., one half the size of our then existing facility. It will enable us to conduct more
programs (badge programs for Girl Scouts, meetings of local clubs, workshops, bus tour groups)
and expand our exhibit space. It includes windows on Main Street with exhibits to attract people
to stop and visit. It is a unique addition to the Arts Design District.
We now need funds to mount the exhibits for this new space. This would include display stands
and protective covers and installation of a display case purchased from J.T. Muesing, Inc.
Estimated cost is $21,000
We also would like to add an audio tour system to enhance our visitor's experience. We have the
hardware but additional funds are needed for implementation. Estimated cost $6,000
Finally we need folding tables and chairs for the expanded Girl Scout program and for planned
workshops plus shelving for our new storage space. The shelving will allow us to eliminate
existing rented storage space and save that expense. Estimated cost $3,500.
Obviously when visitors come to Carmel to visit the Museum they eat in Carmel restaurants, stay
in Carmel hotels, and visit other Carmel attractions. What benefits one of us benefits us all.
Co- Founders:
Suzanne L. Moffett m Suzanne H. Landshof o Nancy E. Lesh
111 East Main Street Carmel, Indiana 46032 -1823 .317.575.9466
www.museumofminiatures.org
The purpose of the Museum is many faceted. It educates in regard to art, scale, architecture,
history and imagination. Virtually every applied art can be seen in miniature. It is something of a
microcosm of the various art design establishments throughout the district. The current
collection owned by the Museum is valued at well over $1.5 million.
In addition to the historical value of the Museum to the community, it provides an educational
value and a wholesome family venue. Teachers bring students, Scouts earn badges, and adults
share a one -on -one experience with a child. The museum has also drawn local and national
attention. Thousands of miniature collectors from all over the country have visited the museum
and numerous articles have appeared in local and national publications, all of which bring people
and dollars to the community.
We very much appreciate your consideration of our request for this very important grant of
$30,500. Please let me know if additional information is needed.
Sincerely,
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Thomas A. Landshof
Director
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