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Loan of objects

The Museum of Cultural History loans objects on the following conditions: that they will not be harmed; that the museum is not using them for research or exhibition purposes at the time of the requested loan; and that the museum has resources available for the project.

Objects will not be lent out for commercial purposes or other activities that conflict with the ethical principles of the museum. All loans are time limited, but the borrower  may apply for an extended loan. The Museum of Cultural History exercises the right to reject applications on the basis of these conditions.

Guidelines and forms

Loan applicants are directed to the General Rules and Conditions For Loan and the application form:

Applications

Applications for loans must arrive the museum no later than 8 months before the exhibition opening. Applications for loans will be processed four times a year.

  • Application deadlines autumn: 1 September and 1 November
  • Application deadlines spring: 1 February and 1 April

Imporant: Relocating archaeological objects 2019–2025

The archaeological collections are moving to new store rooms during 2019–2025. In this period the bulk share of these collections will be less accessible.

Contact for access to materials

Classical and Egyptian Collections

Archaeological Material

Ethnographic Collection

The University History Collections (MUV)

Coin Collection