Gallery Policy

Gallery Photography Policy:

The public is permitted to photograph works of art in the permanent collection provided the equipment used does not endanger the safety of the art work or the public, and is not a nuisance to the gallery environment. Flash equipment or special lights generally are not allowed. Elaborate or extensive non-commercial requests to photograph the permanent collection are coordinated through the museum's registrar. The museum does not allow third party requests to photograph works on loan from other institutions or private collections. Wedding photography inside the museum is not permitted. Requests and scheduling of wedding photographs on the Institute's campus is coordinated through the Institute's Events Manager, 315-797-0000, x2149.

Sketching and Copying Policy:

Sketching with pencil, felt tip, ballpoint, crayon, pastel and charcoal is permitted in all galleries of the museum devoted to the permanent collection and in most special exhibitions. The use of ink, fountain pen and watercolor is prohibited. Visitors who sketch should not hinder the normal flow of traffic in the galleries.

Luggage Policy:

No luggage, including small carry-ons and oversize backpacks, is allowed into the museum. The museum reserves the right to have a discretionary policy regarding what can, and cannot, be left in areas designated for temporary luggage storage. Questions about the museum's luggage policy can be referred to the Institute's security office at 315-797-0000, x2175.