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EXHIBIT POLICY

 
 

Maplewood Library Exhibit Policy

Maplewood Library welcomes the opportunity to allow individuals, community groups and organizations to use the Library’s exhibit space for exhibits of an artistic, cultural, educational or civic nature; exhibits which support the Library’s mission and enrich the quality of life of the residents of Maplewood. Groups are welcome to apply provided they elect one person to represent them and to coordinate their exhibit with the Library.

  1. Maplewood residents and groups will be given preference.

  2. The length of the exhibit will be agreed upon between the library and the exhibitor.

  3. Digital images must be submitted with the completed application and agreement/release form. The display may not vary from the images. The images and forms will become the property of the Library.

  4. An itemized appraisal must be filed with the application. An independent certified appraisal must accompany individual items valued in excess of $5,000.

  5. The Library assumes no responsibility for the preservation, protection or possible damage or theft of any exhibited items.

  6. All work must be framed and wired, and hung using the Library’s hanging system. No holes may be made in the walls.

  7. All work is to be hung by the exhibitor after consulting with the Library’s Exhibit Coordinator. The Library reserves the right to limit the size or number of pieces accepted and to request a change in positioning of the pieces.

  8. Artwork may not be advertised, solicited or sold in the library or on library property. Artwork may not be priced while on display. Interested buyers may contact the artist directly. Sold artwork may not be marked as such, and sold works must remain on exhibit until the end of the show.

  9. The library will hold an opening reception on a date mutually agreed upon by the Library and exhibitor which will include an Artist’s Talk and live music, if desired. Refreshments will be provided by the exhibitor.

  10. The Library Board reserves the right to refuse an exhibit.

  11. The provision of exhibition space does not constitute the Library’s endorsement of the beliefs or viewpoints expressed by the individuals or groups responsible for an exhibit.

  12. The Library will generate all promotional materials related to the exhibit, including: About the Artist signage, list of works, social media posts, and exhibit flyers. The Library will publicize the exhibit using print and online outlets.

Adopted by Maplewood Memorial Library Board of Trustees 11/15/2023.

 
 
 

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