I came across this page recently -- it's part of the UT Copyright page, which is often cited as a source for copyright information: http://www.utsystem.edu/OGC/IntellectualProperty/mono3.htm Even though showing movies is commonly done, it does appear to violate copyright. I'd be interested in seeing if other people/institutions have a different take on the matter, so please respond to the list. The issue of movie copyright was raised on this list a couple of months ago and people were directed to www.swank.com to learn more about getting performance rights. Anne * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Anne M. Baker, Archivist Southwest Missouri State University Duane G. Meyer Library 901 S National Ave. Springfield, MO 65804 Phone:(417) 836-4298 FAX:(417) 836-4764 Email: [log in to unmask] http://library.smsu.edu/Meyer/SpecColl/spcindex.htm > -----Original Message----- > > If we are a not-for-profit organization and show a movie to the general > public as a part of an educational program, are we breaking any > copyright laws? We don't charge an entrance fee to the museum or a fee > for viewing the movie. What is anyone's experience with this? Do we > need to approach the copyright holder? Does anyone know the "official" > rules or legal repercussions on this? ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).