Read "Struggling Museum Now Allowing Patrons To Touch Paintings," at theonion.com on October 5, 2009.
"NEW YORK—Hoping to boost attendance and broaden its base of supporters, the Metropolitan Museum of Art launched a new initiative this week that allows patrons, for the first time ever, to prod and scratch at the classic paintings in its revered collection." Read more.
I always appreciate good humor. I hope the Met does too.
