Prohibited Items and Activities

The following items and actions are prohibited in the Museum: 

• Weapons of any kind, including but not limited to: firearms or ammunition; knives, scissors, and blades; and any items that could be considered dangerous to people or art
• Hazardous materials, including explosives and flammable liquids
• Illegal items or substances
• Bags or personal items larger than 14 x 18  x 6 in. are not permitted in the galleries
• Flowers, plants, and feathers
• Balloons
• Flashlights
• Large umbrellas (small umbrellas stored in personal bags are permitted)
• Bikes, scooters, skateboards, Heelys, hover boards, and wagons
• Rigid-framed baby carriers; soft, front-worn baby carriers are permitted in the galleries
• Mark making materials and adhesives, like paint, markers, charcoal, and glue; pencils and colored pencils are permitted.
• Artwork from personal collections cannot be brought into the Museum by visitors
• Pets, including assistance, or emotional support animals; service animals are permitted
• Video recording, flash photography, selfie sticks, tripods, monopods, portable speakers, amplifiers, and any professional video equipment
• Harassment and any other disruptive or threatening behavior
• Smoking, including e-cigarettes and vapes
• Operation of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) or any other drones
• Soliciting for commercial or charitable purposes
• Distribution of any advertisements, pamphlets, or flyers