Records of the Media Services Department (RG-26), 1952/2017
Access and use
- Location of collection:
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VMFA ArchivesVirginia Museum of Fine ArtsMargaret R. and Robert M. Freeman Library200 N. Arthur Ashe BoulevardRichmond, VA 23220-4007
- Contact for questions and access:
- POC: Roxanne WinfieldEmail: roxanne.winfield@vmfa.museumPhone: (804) 340-1497Email: library@vmfa.museumPhone: (804) 340-1495Web: vmfa.museum
- Restrictions:
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The collection is minimally processed. Requests to perform research must be submitted to the VMFA Archives at least three business days in advance.
As custodians of public records, VMFA only restricts access to public records when sensitive information is present. Such restrictions are applied in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia, § 2.2-3700 thru § 2.2-3714) and the Government Data Collection and Dissemination Practices Act (Code of Virginia, § 2.2-3800 thru § 2.2-3809). Both Museum staff and the public may need written permission from the Director to view certain restricted records.
- Terms of access:
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The collection is subject to all copyright laws. Transmission or reproduction of materials protected by copyright, beyond that allowed by fair use, requires the researcher to obtain permission of copyright holders.
- Preferred citation:
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Records of the Media Services Department (RG-26). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.
Collection context
Summary
- Extent:
- 62 Linear Feet 7 boxes and 2,658 items
- Language:
- English .
- Preferred citation:
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Records of the Media Services Department (RG-26). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.
Background
- Custodial history:
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The collection was transferred from the Media Services Department through periodic deposits.
- Processing information:
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In general, during processing, all publications are removed and added to the VMFA Library's holdings and original newspaper clippings are photocopied, with identifiers transferred, and then destroyed. Original folder titles are retained, when provided.
- Arrangement:
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The collection is minimally processed. Folder level inventories will be added as they are completed.