FAQ

Please review our Exhibition Policy. Your information will be reviewed by the museum curator, and will contact you by email. Exhibition Selection Process

We do occasionally consider art for purchase if they fit within our collecting priorities. Please review our Acquisiton Policy.

Please call 308-865-8559 or email us at mona@unk.edu with the nature of your inquiry, and we can direct you from there.

Please email your question to mona@unk.edu, all correspondence received at this address will be routed to the appropriate member of the staff.

The Museum cannot endorse specific conservators. Excellent information on selecting a conservator is available on the American Institute for Conservation website at www.conservation-us.org.

The Internal Revenue Service policy does not permit us to comment on the authenticity or value of works of art. However, you can reach out to anyone on this list of suggested national appraisers for assistance, or An auction resource like www.ebay.com or 
www.artprice.com can also help you learn more about the value of your object.

Please review our Photo Reproduction Agreement. Fill out the necessary details and email it to the Museum at mona@unk.edu. Note that the Museum does not hold the copyright to any artwork in its collection.

The Founders Gallery is available to rent during the day or after Museum Hours. Please review our Event Rental information for more details.

PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY AND GUIDELINES

The Museum of Nebraska Art (MONA) welcomes photographers and visitors to capture the beauty of the museum and its exhibitions. Personal photography is welcome; however, it must not disrupt museum operations, visitors, or the safety of the artwork, and must comply with museum policies, including no flash photography.

Indoor Personal-Use Photography

Casual photography, including wedding, engagement, portrait, or other, is allowed in the Museum subject to the following conditions. Please note that photography of special exhibitions or works on loan may be restricted by lenders. Photography restrictions for special exhibitions will be displayed in the galleries.

Professional Photography Sessions (includes wedding, engagement, and senior photos)

Cost:

Indoor shoots cost $30 per hour for a group of four or more people (including photographer). To request an indoor shoot, please complete the photography request form on MONA’s website.

Prom Photography Sessions

Due to the nature of prom photos usually occurring in very large groups (often the entire class attending that year’s prom), these sessions are considered a separate special request. We would ask those involved (someone from the school, a parent group, the photographer) to give us two weeks’ notice in advance to prepare for extra staff as needed. Prom photos, regardless of number of attendants, are free.

Visitors May:

· Take casual photos for personal use only.

· Use handheld cameras, cell phones, and tablets with the flash turned off.

· Post images from their visits on personal social media sites as long as they are not used for profit. Don’t forget to tag us!

Visitors May NOT:

· Sell or publish the images.· Use the images to promote any outside product or service.

· Touch or move the artwork.

· Use flash photography.

Visitors Must:

· Remain behind stanchions and maintain a safe, non-touching distance from all artwork, cases, platforms, and pedestals.

· Respect other visitors enjoying the galleries.

· Comply with all written and verbal instructions from MONA staff or volunteer representative. MONA can deny or revoke permission to photograph the premises. Museum staff can approach photographers to verify their intent and enforce the Photography Policy.

Please Note:

· Indoor shoots are allowed in public areas unless otherwise noted.

· Indoor shoots may require a security escort. This is the requirement for shoots on the historic marble staircase.

· Tripods and lights must be approved in advance.

· Live floral arrangements and other props are prohibited in galleries due to risk of insect damage to artwork. However, they are allowed on the historic marble staircase, in the library, in the lobby, and in the Link.

Outdoor Personal-Use Photography

Outdoor portrait shoots on Museum grounds do not require an escort; however, they must follow the following restrictions.

Please Note:

· Outdoor photography must not disrupt Museum operations or visitor experience.

· All photographers and subjects must stay in publicly accessible areas.

· Same rules apply to commercial reproduction.

· If these restrictions are not followed, Museum staff reserves the right to stop a photo shoot at any time.

· Visitors may not touch or climb on outdoor sculptures with exception of Romance (portrait of Cliff Hillegass) bench, or climb on the actual architecture of the building.

News Media

Members of the media must make arrangements for all photo and video shoots in advance. Please contact mona@unk.edu to coordinate.

Media members should be accompanied by a staff member at all times or have prior approval to shoot independently. If you’re planning an organized photo shoot inside the Museum—for news stories, school projects, or similar purposes—a staff member must escort you. To arrange your visit, please reach out to mona@unk.edu. Please note that photo shoot requests that we cannot staff may be declined.

Due to the sensitive nature of the artwork exhibited, supplementary light sources may be restricted in specific galleries. Any additional authorized lighting must be securely weighted at the base and maintained at a distance of at least ten feet from any art piece. Tripods and other specialized equipment require prior approval.

Commercial Photography and Film Shoots

Photography and film shoots for commercial purposes (such as TV, film, or other media) require prior approval and scheduling. These shoots usually incur additional fees and are typically booked on Mondays when the Museum is closed to the public.

For any copyrighted artworks appearing in photos or footage, please contact mona@unk.edu for information on the rights holder. Vendor photographers will be responsible for getting the necessary permissions and paying any required fees to the artist, estate, or rights representative for commercial use of copyrighted material.

Photo Permission Form

Please fill out the form below and either send it to us at mona.unk.edu or drop it off at our front desk.