Q. Can I take photos in Special Collections & Archives spaces?

Yes. Visitors to Special Collections & Archives spaces may photograph materials, provided that camera flash and/or other lighting accessories are not in use.

Researchers intending to photograph materials during their research visit should notify Special Collections & Archives staff prior to taking photos and complete a Camera Use & Reproduction Form. For more information on researcher camera use, see our Reading Room Guidelines.

For more information on Special Collections & Archives duplication options, see the Special Collections & Archives Making Copies page.

All users creating or using images of Special Collections & Archives materials should be aware of their responsibilities under US copyright law. For more information see the Special Collections & Archives Citations & Copyright page.

Professional photographers and videographers seeking to shoot in Special Collections & Archives spaces should place a request in advance with staff at lib-specialcollections@fsu.edu.