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How to deposit objects
Many museums and galleries collect from a specific local area, or a specific type of object or specimen. Every museum and gallery has a collecting policy, and will only accept objects which fall within the policy.
If you have an object or collection you want to deposit go to your local museum or gallery and talk to them about the object or collection. They will be able to give you advice on what to do next. They may even want to take your object into their collection.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Registered/Accredited museum?
How long will it take the museum to decide if they want my object/collection?
Will my object be put on display?
Can I just loan my object/collection to the museum?
Can I attach special conditions to my object/collection?
Can I bequeath an object/collection to a museum?
Why has the museum said they do not want my object/collection?
Any other questions?
Contact us with any other questions we have not answered here.
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