Only pencils may be used in the library. Readers are responsible for the use and return of materials they have requested and may not lend or exchange them with other readers. All Society research materials must be returned to the Reference Services' desk before the reader leaves for lunch and ten minutes before closing time. In applying to work in the library, readers agree to abide by all the rules and procedures established by the Society. The Society reserves the right to examine all materials taken out of the reading room by readers.
Special instructions are in place for the use of the manuscript collection.
Photoduplication and Copyright A limited number of pages may be photocopied at the discretion of the curator of the collection and the Head of Reference Services. If there is a possibility of damage, photocopying will not be permitted. Readers assume all responsibility for observing the legal requirements of copyright. Ordering Reproductions Reproduction quality photoduplications of materials in the American Antiquarian Society collection are offered for research, publication, and commercial use. Publishing Procedures Written permission must be obtained from the curators of manuscripts and graphic arts to publish quotations from manuscripts or to reproduce textual or graphic materials.