Recently a question has arisen in my institution regarding access to collections that are not currently on exhibit.  We have a collections access policy but no formalized written procedures.  I was wondering what other museums do and if anyone would be willing to share your written procedures & policies with me. 
 
What I am really concerned with is:
(1) Who in your institution does what?
(2) What type of documentation occurs?
(3) What guidlines do you use to allow people into your collections?
(4) Would you ever allow an outside researcher into your collection vaults/rooms?
 
Thank you in advance.  You can contact me off-list if you prefer.
 
Michelle Gallagher, Collections Manager
Palm Springs Desert Museum
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www.psmuseum.org

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