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Detroit Science Center Could Face Liquidation

Detroit Free Press reports on the latest developments with the Detroit Science Center:

“Though political lobbying could buy the Science Center some time, the current post-crash financial environment makes it harder for once-troubled banks to offer relief to their clients, even a nonprofit cultural and educational institution like the Science Center.
 

“John Miller, former acting president of the Science Center, said liquidation could begin in 30-45 days.

“‘Imagine saws and blowtorches coming in there and disassembling exhibits and selling them for nickels on the dollar in order for the bank to recover some of its debt,’ said Miller, who resigned from his voluntary Science Center post and left the board in early January because of other commitments.”

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Joe Kleiman
Joe Kleimanhttp://wwww.themedreality.com
Raised in San Diego on theme parks, zoos, and IMAX films, InPark's Senior Correspondent Joe Kleiman would expand his childhood loves into two decades as a projectionist and theater director within the giant screen industry. In addition to his work in commercial and museum operations, Joe has volunteered his time to animal husbandry at leading facilities in California and Texas and has played a leading management role for a number of performing arts companies. Joe previously served as News Editor and has remained a contributing author to InPark Magazine since 2011. HIs writing has also appeared in Sound & Communications, LF Examiner, Jim Hill Media, The Planetarian, Behind the Thrills, and MiceChat His blog, ThemedReality.com takes an unconventional look at the attractions industry. Follow on twitter @ThemesRenewed Joe lives in Sacramento, California with his wife, dog, and a ghost.

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