How do I go about donating an item to the ethnology & history department?
All items offered for donation to the ethnology & history department must be approved by the UAMN Acquisitions Committee. This is a group of Museum staff and private citizens who meet on a regular basis to review proposed additions to the Cultural Collections (Ethnology & History, Fine Arts, and Archaeology). The Ethnology & History Collections Manager will present the proposed donation to the committee and the piece will be evaluated based on a number of criteria outlined in our Collections Management Policy. Of primary importance, all objects acquired by the Museum must fit within the scope of our Mission Statement (see above). In addition, the following conditions must be met: • Objects are acquired in a proper manner that does not damage the natural or cultural resources of Alaska. • The Museum can provide proper care, conservation, storage, and security under conditions ensuring their preservation and availability, in keeping with professional standards. • Objects are of such qual
