Can I look at very special items such as early printed books or medieval manuscripts?
That depends. If you can demonstrate a genuine research need to use material, we will not refuse a request, provided that there are no conservation issues which prevent the material being used. Advance notice is important, to ensure that there is a senior member of staff on hand to authorise the request. However, we are very unlikely to agree to a request to view material just for curiosity’s sake. We always have a selection of special items on display in our exhibitions.
That depends. If you can demonstrate a genuine research need to use material, we will not refuse a request, provided that there are no conservation issues which prevent the material being used. Advance notice is important, to ensure that there is a senior member of staff on hand to authorise the request. However, we are very unlikely to agree to a request to view material just for curiosity’s sake.
