Christa,

At the Kentucky Derby Museum we devote only one hour to a research request from the general public. For more in depth requests, one most schedule a time to visit the archives or send someone to conduct the research on his/her behalf. Any fees associated with research (copies, usage, etc) must be paid before materials are released.

I hope this helps.

Chris Goodlett
Director of Curatorial and Educational Affairs 
Kentucky Derby Museum

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> On Mar 6, 2018, at 12:07 PM, Christa McCay <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> 
> Hello Everyone,
> 
> My co-worker and I have been getting more and more requests for research from off-site visitors.  Does your institution have a policy and payment structure for any research over a certain amount of time?  How do you go about getting payment if you do?  Do you ask upfront or do wait and invoice the researcher, then send them the materials once you are paid?
> 
> We love to help people but with a small staff our time is needed for more than just research (although I do love research).
> 
> Thank you in advance,
> 
> 
> Christa McCay, M.H.P.
> Registrar
> Marietta Museum of History
> 1 Depot Street
> Marietta, GA 30060
> 770-794-5726
> www.MariettaHistory.org
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