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Cost / Requirements

Exhibit Space

  • Exhibit space must be supervised during use and locked after hours.
  • Exhibit space must be air conditioned and panels must be free from direct sunlight.
  • It is requested that there be no eating, drinking, or smoking in the exhibit area.
  • An audio-visual space for the Darkness into Life video is recommended.

Exhibit Period

  • Bookings are recommended for a 2-week minimum.

Exhibit Fees

  • Schools / School Systems within the state of Alabama – FREE
  • Cultural Institutions / Museums within the state of Alabama – FREE
  • Schools outside the state of Alabama – $ 250
  • Cultural Institutions / Museums outside the state of Alabama – $ 1,000

Shipping Fees

  • Schools / School Systems within the state of Alabama – FREE
  • Cultural Institutions / Museums within the state of Alabama – Paid by Host
  • Schools outside the state of Alabama – Paid by Host
  • Cultural Institutions / Museums outside the state of Alabama – Paid by Host

Conditions of Use

  • No Entry Fees, above and beyond those of the host institution, may be charged for this Exhibit.
  • All objects in the Exhibit must be displayed in accordance with the guidelines provided by the BHEC.

Educational / Public Programming

  • All Hosts are required to open this Exhibit to the public and encourage group tours.
    • The Exhibit was designed for education.  Hosts are expected to further this goal.
    • The BHEC will be happy to consult on these programs.
  • Hosts are expected to provide free Exhibit Brochures for all visitors.  Prototypes will be provided by the BHEC.
  • Hosts are expected to provide educational materials to teachers.  Some materials will be provided by the BHEC.  Additional resources can be found on the BHEC website.
  • Hosts are encouraged to offer accompanying public programs/events during the Exhibit period.  This includes opening receptions, lectures, tours, or other educational programs.

Security / Facilities

  • Host is responsible for insuring the safety of the Exhibit
  • The Exhibit must be able to be locked up after each day’s closing.

Installation / Care

  • Host is responsible for installation and de-installation of the Exhibit.

Shipping

  • In the event of shipping, it will be arranged in conjunction with the BHEC.
  • Host is responsible for the storage of cloth storage bags for the duration of the Exhibit.

Damages

  • Damages incurred during transport and while in possession of the host will be the responsibility of the host.

Publicity

  • Host is required to promote the Exhibit to the entire community.
  • The BHEC must be properly credited on all publicity materials. BHEC logos are available on the BHEC website.
  • The BHEC will provide a sample press release and Exhibit photos/copy to aid in this process.

Documentation / Assessment Reports

  • Installation Photographs & Publicity: 
    • Host is responsible for photographing the completely installed Exhibit as well as compiling all press and publicity (print and electronic) associated with the Exhibit.
  • Associated Programming:
    • Hosts are required to provide the BHEC with detailed information regarding Exhibit-related programming such as opening receptions, lectures, tours, and educational programs.
  • Community Involvement Assessment:
    • Hosts are required to provide the BHEC  with detailed information regarding visitation statistics.

 

Darkness into Life