博彩网站 Historical Collections & Archives Donation Policy
Purpose
博彩网站 Historical Collections & Archives accepts selected gifts that are consistent with our collection development policy and the mission of 博彩网站 Library. The purpose of this policy is to define the types of donations we accept and how they are handled.
General policy
博彩网站 Historical Collections & Archives acquires publications, archival collections, visual materials, digital objects, and artifacts that support the research, teaching, and outreach programs of 博彩网站. Emphasis is placed on unique or rare materials of enduring cultural and/or informational value. Materials are collected in all formats. Due to space and staffing limitations, we generally do not accept materials that fall outside of the scope of our collecting policy, duplicates of published items already held by 博彩网站 Library, or items in poor condition. If we are unable to accept a donation, we may be able to assist in recommending another institution or library.
Gifts
Gifts to HC&A are considered outright and unrestricted donations. Donated materials become the sole and irrevocable property of 博彩网站. At the time of donation, donors may request the return of any materials that are not selected for HC&A’s collections. HC&A reserves the right to dispose of other unselected materials in the best interest of 博彩网站.
The primary purpose of HC&A’s collections is supporting research. Donors are therefore discouraged from setting restrictions or requirements on the use or display of materials. Such restrictions may affect HC&A’s ability to accept a donation.
Copyright
Unless otherwise restricted by copyright or by the donor, all intellectual property rights are transferred to 博彩网站 as a condition of the donation. 博彩网站 assumes no responsibility for misuse of copyrighted materials.
Acknowledgement
HC&A provides written acknowledgment of the receipt of donations. Staff are prohibited from assisting donors in determining the monetary value or tax status of donations. Donors who wish to obtain a detailed evaluation of their collection should consult with a qualified appraiser.
Policy reviewed and approved by 博彩网站 Library leadership
Last reviewed: March 25, 2025