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Historic aircraft and spacecraft were exposed to freezing temperatures Wednesday after heavy snow collapsed part of a roof and wall at a Smithsonian Institution storage facility.
No artifacts were thought to be damaged because they are all kept in boxes or protective crates, though some pieces are usually kept at stable temperature and moisture levels, officials said.
The metal building, part of the Garber Preservation, Restoration and Storage Facility in Suitland, Md., houses about 1,500 artifacts from the National Air and Space Museum, including parts of aircraft, spacecraft and about 800 pieces of aviation and space-themed artwork.
"Right now, the building is still standing," said museum spokeswoman Claire Brown, adding that shelving units inside were supporting the structure. "We're confident the portion of the collection that's in there is OK."
Roof Collapses At Smithsonian Warehouse In Md. - wjz.com
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