Please do:

• Experience the Stanley in your own way—stop by for ten minutes between classes, bring your family and friends for the afternoon, or spend an hour in your favorite gallery.
• Remember to check all backpacks, large bags, coats/jackets, and other bulky items in the coat room before entering the galleries. All bags over the size of 10 inches x 10 inches x 5.5 inches must be left in a locker. Please wear your coat/jacket if you do not store it in the coat room.
• Please wear child carriers and small bags on the front of the body.
• Sketch and draw in the galleries with pencil only.

Thank you for helping us protect the collection by:

• Staying at least an arm's length away from all objects.
• Not touching the works of art - natural oils in our hands and fingers can cause damage.
• Not bringing food or drink into the second floor galleries. Finish these items in our first floor lobby or save them for later in the coat room.

Conduct in the museum | Basic Policy Governing Public Use

The purpose of the Public Use policy is to affirm the rights of all people to use the museum without discrimination, intimidation, threat of harm or invasion of privacy. The Stanley Museum of Art is dedicated to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible experience for all visitors.

The University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art welcomes all individuals, regardless of university affiliation, to enjoy our building and the collections we house. Our focus, however, remains to support University of Iowa faculty, staff, and students as well as the use of the museum for university teaching and learning.

Visitors to the museum have the responsibility to:

Treat others with respect.

Refrain from behaviors that are disturbing, threatening, or disruptive.

Comply with the University of Iowa Operations Manual and the Code of Student Life.

Protect artwork and the museum building.

Wear a shirt and shoes (no cleats or wheeled shoes).

All University of Iowa policies are applicable to the Stanley Museum of Art 

University of Iowa Operations Manual       University of Iowa Code of Student Life

Persons who violate any of these policies may lose their privileges to use the UI Stanley Museum of Art, be subject to university-imposed discipline, and/or be subject to criminal prosecution or other legal action, as appropriate.

Animals

Animals (with the exception of service animals) are not permitted in the museum.

Copyright and Licenses

The University of Iowa Copyright Policy is available under Section 5, Chapter 30.4 of the University of Iowa Operations Manual.

Criminal Behavior

The museum will notify law enforcement authorities concerning any suspected criminal behavior by museum visitors. Areas in which the museum will be particularly vigilant and pursue legal remedies are:

• Theft or destruction of museum artworks
• Property damage, including, but is not limited to, defacing or deliberate misuse of buildings, materials, or equipment
• Disorderly conduct
• Vandalism
• Indecent exposure
• Assault and harassment, including verbal threats
• Non sanctioned consumption of alcohol (as defined under Section 5, Chapter 26 of the University of Iowa Operations Manual) or any violation of the campus Drug Free Environment(Section 2, Division 1, Chapter 12)

Disruptive Behavior

Staff will take appropriate action to remedy disruptive behavior and to maintain a quiet, pleasant environment conducive to art enjoyment. Disruptive behavior is any activity which endangers the perpetrator or others, interferes with museum business of other patrons or staff, or is illegal. This may include any activity which results in harm to museum equipment or services.

Examples of prohibited disruptive behaviors include but are not limited to: using threatening/ abusive language, creating unreasonable noise, campaigning, petitioning, interviewing, survey taking, fundraising or selling, unless authorized by museum staff.

Electrical Outlets

Electrical outlets are intended to be used only for mobile computing devices and other small electronic equipment having a typical, everyday use. They may not be used for small appliances, e.g., coffee pots, or any other electrical device that poses a hazard to the museum or itscollections. Electrical cords must not be draped in aisles or in any manner that creates a trippinghazard.

Food and Drink

Food and beverages must remain in the lobby. It is the individual’s responsibility to throw away wrappers, containers, and other trash in the appropriate trash receptacles. Report major spills to museum staff immediately, so we can arrange for the appropriate clean-up.
Exceptions to the Food and Drink policy may occur during facility rentals and museum programming.

Museum Security

Security cameras are located in public and staff areas of the museum to protect the safety and security of people, the building, and its contents.

Failure to comply with a museum security staff request, unauthorized entry in a staff area, orfailure to leave the museum during emergencies and at closing time will be considered disruptivebehavior. Visitors may be asked to leave the premises and/or may lose their privileges to use the UI Stanley Museum of Art, be subject to university-imposed discipline, and/or be subject to criminal prosecution or other legal action, as appropriate.

Personal Property 

The museum is not responsible for theft, damage, or loss of personal property, including property stored in lockers. Museum visitors should take every precaution to ensure the security of personal belongings, and personal property left unattended and not in the locker room may be removed. 

The museum may limit the number of belongings a visitor brings into the building, if an unreasonable number of objects (for example, numerous bags/ suitcases/ bundles of material) are kept by a visitor. 

Unattended Children 

The museum is not responsible for the safety of children left unattended in any part of the museum. If necessary, museum staff will take appropriate action upon discovering unattended children. Actions may include contacting parents and/or the Department of Public Safety.

Our staff and volunteers are dedicated to the belief that the experience of art is meant to be shared by all. We frequently evaluate how effectively we are serving the needs of visitors and continue to work with campus partners to offer a variety of onsite accommodations for visitors with disabilities. Please visit our Accessibility page for detailed information and instructions on accessing or requesting specific accommodations.

The Stanley Museum of Art is a popular place for photographers. We want you to “See Yourself at the Stanley,” both in person and through a lens. Personal photography is encouraged at the museum when conducted without disruption to museum operations or visitors, and with the safety of the art in mind.

Personal Visitor Photography (non-commercial use)

Please do:

• Take casual photos for personal use only.
• If you aren't sure if taking a photo is permitted, please ask our front desk or security teams.
• Use handheld cameras, cell phones, and tablets with the flash turned off.
• Post images from your visit on personal, noncommercial social media. We love it when our visitors share the museum with their networks!
• Remember to tag the museum @uistanleymuseum #UIowaStanley

Thank you for helping us protect the collection by:

• Remaining behind stanchions and maintaining a safe, arm's-length distance from all artworks, cases, platforms, and pedestals.
• Respecting other visitors enjoying the galleries.
• Avoiding the use of flash photography and video cameras. Bulky items, tripods, selfie-sticks, or other equipment must be left with the front desk.
• Understanding that photographs cannot be published, sold, reproduced, transferred, distributed, or otherwise commercially exploited in any manner.

Professional or Commercial Photography*

• Professional or commercial photography/filming requires special arrangements with museum staff and may incur a fee depending on the project and the equipment necessary.
• Please submit the Photography and Filming Application at least two weeks in advance of your requested date so we can discuss your needs and make arrangements. This ensures that photography doesn't interfere with scheduled tours, class visits, or other events. In all cases, photographers are expected not to obstruct museum visitors or interfere with our regular operations.
• Approval for commercial and professional photography will be made on a case-by-case basis. Submission of application does not guarantee consent.
• Indoor gallery shoots are subject to a fee, require a staff escort, and may be scheduled only during business hours on Mondays or outside of public hours on weekdays. We will estimate the fee at the time of booking.
• Outdoor shoots on museum grounds do not require an escort, however photography must not disrupt museum operations or visitor experience. Some outdoor artworks may be under copyright. It is the responsibility of the user to clear any permissions that may be necessary for uses beyond news reporting and commentary. Copyright information will be provided upon request.

*Professional or commercial photography/filming is defined as any use outside of personal (i.e. editorial, commercial, advertisement – including, but not limited to portrait, graduation, engagement, wedding, and fashion photography).