"....will likely vote at its meeting in March or April, 2009 to close the Museum’s doors. "

This does not give us much time for fund raising.

As a repository, The Bead Museum is critical to our industry / hobby / passion.

In this economy, angels may be scarce. 1800 individuals with $100 donations and 20 who can give $1000 may be more realistic.

I'll do what I can do and publicize this need as widely as I can through Rings & Things website and publications.