• Standard processing time is five to six weeks if media is available. Requests for new digitization will take longer depending on available resources and the requestor will be provided with an estimated time frame before proceeding with the request.
• Permission for reproduction of media for educational uses, promotional materials, or for television/films or multi-media formats, including databases, will be granted on a case-by-case basis according to use, quantity, and distribution. Requests for use of collections in commercial products is rarely granted and only when in alignment with Peabody Museum ethical stewardship practices.
• If payment is required, it must be prepaid and made in US dollars by check or credit card.
• A permission form will be sent with media, including those for research purposes only. Permission for media is not granted until the permission form has been countersigned by the Peabody Museum and returned to the requestor.
• Permission granted is for one-time reproduction rights in one language, one edition only, unless approved otherwise by the Office of Rights and Reproductions.
• All permissions are granted with the requirement that the requestor provides one gratis copy (tear sheet acceptable) of the publication or product to the Peabody Museum.
• The Peabody Museum reserves the right to limit the number of copies; to restrict the use of reproduction of rare, valuable, or sensitive materials; to refuse permission for inappropriate use; and to charge different fees from ones presented on this site.
• The Peabody Museum does not grant exclusive rights and retains its rights to publish and/or grant permissions for others to do so.