The following policies apply to placing any exhibits in a Jefferson Parish Library.
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Application for any exhibit must be submitted and approved at least one week in advance of the desired date. The application and waiver forms must be signed and returned before approval will be considered. No publicity or arrangements regarding the event are to be made until the exhibit has been approved. |
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Exhibits placed or sponsored by the Library itself will have first priority. |
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The manager or library staff member in charge may determine the length of time a exhibit may be exhibited. Exhibits planned for longer than one month must be approved by the Director. Exhibits intended to be left for longer than two months should be maintained (i.e., dusted, rearranged, etc., as appropriate) by the individual or group placing the exhibit. |
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The individual or group placing the exhibit assumes responsibility for the arranging and removing of all exhibit items. (Exhibits should be identified by the sponsoring individual or group). |
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All exhibits are placed at the owner’s responsibility. The Library will take reasonable care that deposited items are not broken or vandalized by the viewing public; however, Jefferson Parish and the Jefferson Parish Library does not assume liability for any loss or damage to these items, provided that reasonable care is exercised. |
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Exhibits must be appropriate and in keeping with the Library’s Vision & Mission statements, which follows. Final approval of the exhibit rests with the Library Administration. |
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Vision Statement |
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Jefferson Parish Library provides collections in a variety of formats, technology, programs, and leadership to promote the development of a literate and informed citizenry through open and equal access to cultural, intellectual, recreation, and information resources. |
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Mission Statement |
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The existence of the Jefferson Parish Library assures public ownership and access to print collections, historic materials, digital resources, and gathering places for all parish residents. We are committed to improving the quality of life in Jefferson Parish and sustaining the value of public library services for the greater New Orleans community through the use of traditional and innovative technologies. |
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Suitable types of exhibits include hobby collections, artifacts, handicrafts, photographs, art objects, and other items of general interest. Exhibit materials that advocate any specific political, philosophical, or religious viewpoint are not allowed in Jefferson Parish libraries. |
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Any exhibit placed in a Library must be non-commercial and may not contain any reference to sales, donations, or solicitation of products or services. |
rev. 12/10
