The price of a digital scan is determined by the resolution of the image/size of the file. See "Selecting a File Type" below for more information.
| Standard | $7 |
| Large | $25 |
|
Oversized* |
$35 |
| Extra-Large (Exhibit Quality) |
$60 |
*Digital copies of original materials that are larger than 24 x 36 inches cost $35. This oversized category includes things like maps, posters, railway technical drawings, and architectural plans. This selection is not available for images in Collections Online.
We are unable to make photo prints, all image orders are fulfilled digitally.
Minnesota Historical Society Members receive a 10% discount on image duplications.
| File Type | Best For | Technical Info |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Internet publishing, reports, emails, student work, presentations, some printing (at original size or smaller only). |
JPEG only |
| Large | Most uses, including publishing, documentary filmmaking, and printing up to 16x20 inches (unless original is very small) | TIFF or JPEG 3000-6000 pixel, ~300-600 dpi 20 to 60 MB file size |
| Oversized | (This option is only available via our Digital Image Request Form) Mandatory selection when requesting scans of maps, posters, technical drawings, blueprints, or any other item that is larger than 24 X 36 inches. Image quality will depend on the size and legibility of the original item. Files are faithful digital reproductions of the original items and are digitized at an appropriate resolution to display fine details. |
TIFF or JPEG Because each item is different we cannot give exact file specifications. |
| Extra-Large | Recommended for very large printing (like murals) and fine publishing only Not every item can be ordered at this size (none of the 3-D collections, for example). |
TIFF only |
Gale Family Library
Minnesota Historical Society Library
Located on the Second Floor of the Minnesota History Center
345 West Kellogg Blvd.
St. Paul, MN 55102
Library Hours:
Thursday to Saturday: 10am to 4pm
Sunday to Wednesday: Closed
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651-259-3300
