Are visitors allowed to paint in the museum?
Visitors who wish to copy a work of art must apply for a permit issued by the Brooks Museum. Copying is restricted to works in the permanent collection. All copies must be made on a scale that differs from the original by at least 20% in both height and width. Copies must be stamped by the appropriate curator upon completion. Objects on loan to the Museum may not be copied without the written permission of the owners. Works by living artists may not be copied without their written permission. Certain rules govern the use of art materials by staff-supervised groups in the Brooks Museum’s permanent collection galleries and special exhibitions. Please call the Education Department at 901.544.6215 for more information.
Visitors who wish to copy a work of art must apply for a permit issued by the Brooklyn Museum, which is valid for one month and may be renewed. Copying is restricted to works in the permanent collections and is allowed on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 12 to 4 p.m. only. The copyist must indicate specific dates and times on his or her permit application. The Museum reserves the right to refuse a permit and to revoke such permits at any time. Permits will only be issued upon receipt and approval of the copyist’s application. All copies must be made on a scale that differs from the original by at least 20% in both height and width. Copies must be stamped by the appropriate curator upon completion. Objects on loan to the Museum may not be copied without the written permission of the owners. The Tissot Watercolors may not be copied. Works by living artists may not be copied without their written permission. Copies cannot be stored in the building. Copyists must bring all appropria
