Purpose

Policy stipulations

• Access to HC&A spaces is by appointment only.
• First-time visitors must register and receive a brief orientation in the use of historical materials.
• Materials must be requested in advance, via our appointment scheduling system or by contacting HC&A staff.  
• Materials are not available for checkout. Interlibrary loans and exhibition loans are subject to HC&A’s loan policies and approval of the Manager of Historical Collections.
• Food and drink are not permitted in any HC&A spaces.
• Visitors are supervised by HC&A staff, or another designated library staff member, to provide additional assistance as needed and ensure proper handling of materials.
• Personal devices such as laptops and tablets, as well as pencil and paper, may be used. Pens or other marking devices are not permitted. Coats, hats, bags, and other personal belongings must be checked in.
• Digital cameras and scanners may be used at the discretion of HC&A staff.  
• Cell phones or pagers must be silenced.  
• HC&A can provide scans of materials; a fee may apply. Copyright laws are applicable.
• Authors wishing to publish from HC&A collections must make requests in writing. Authors are responsible for determining copyright status of materials and obtaining permission from copyright holders.
• HC&A reserves the right to deny requests for access or reproduction due to preservation concerns, legal requirements (HIPAA¹, FERPA²), 博彩网站 requirements, or donor restrictions.
• HC&A reserves the right to restrict or deny access to visitors who do not comply with these policies. 

 ^₁ Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
 ² Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

Access to HC&A spaces