LACM must be notified at all times of location and storage for all materials on loan to the borrower. Any storage off-premises must first be approved by the Museum in writing. The borrower must be able to locate the Museum s material upon request. LACM will lend material for the period stated only. Any extension request must be made in writing by the borrower at which time LACM will consider and respond in writing granting approval or asking for the return of the material.
All loans are subject to recall.
Materials requested by students or associates will require institutional endorsement and, for the duration of the loan, will be considered the direct responsibility of that institution. Any inquires about the loan will be made to the institutional representative. Loans may not be transferred. Any labels associated with LACM specimens, materials or artifacts may not be removed or altered by the borrower. All taxonomic changes, especially designation of types, should be reported to the appropriate Collection Center or LACM Curator.