Film and Photo Requests
We are a working library. Our priority is enabling user access to our collections and services. We consider photography and filming requests that expand access to our materials and/or support teaching and learning.
Requests to film, record, or photograph for commercial or editorial purposes must be submitted to Harvard Library Communications and at least 10 business days before the requested date.
Press Inquiries
Please contact Tenzin Dickie, Harvard Library's Communications Officer, at tenzin_dickie@harvard.edu.
Policies
University Filming and Photography Policy
"Any individual or organization wanting to engage in photography or filming on Harvard property for broadcast, public dissemination, or commercial usage of any type needs advance permission. All requests should go initially to the Communications Office of the School or unit involved. For requests involving the University, inquiries should be submitted to Harvard Public Affairs and Communications (HPAC) via the digital request form. In determining whether permission should be granted, Schools and units may consult with HPAC, the President and/or Provost’s Office, Dean of the affected School, and/or other University officials as appropriate."
See the full University policy.
Personal Photography Policy
We encourage personal photography by Harvard students, faculty, staff, and guests, as long as photos are taken with hand-held, self-contained cameras without a flash or tripod.
Library users may not photograph or film other people in the library without prior consent, and personal photography cannot be used for commercial or promotional purposes.
Special collections and archives reading rooms often have their own policies regarding the photographing of materials for personal research use. Contact the specific library for details.