Photographs: Use Permissions & Licensing

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Fall 2025: Photograph Use/Licensing Permission Service Paused

Most distance copy and research services--including photo use/licensing services--are currently paused as we adjust our daily operations. We expect to reintroduce these types of services throughout the Autumn and Winter.

If you have an urgent use/licensing request, please email us at library.permissions@mnhs.org and we will do our best to help.  

 

 

What is a Use Agreement and why do I need one?

A Use Agreement verifies that you have requested and received permission from the Minnesota Historical Society to use an image in a commercial or public manner.

The Use Agreement entitles you to use the image in the way you indicated and within the terms specified in the Conditions of Use.
 

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