Photo Policy
Duluth Public Library staff may photograph and/or video record event participants and library visitors at Library programs, events, and other activities to advance the mission of the Library. By attending Library programs and events you authorize the use and reproduction by the Library, or anyone authorized by the library, of any photographs, audio or video taken while at any Duluth Public Library location or library-sponsored event, without compensation.
Library Photography
Photos, audio and/or video are used for library publicity only. Photos may be posted to the library's social media sites and the Duluth Public Library’s website. For safety and privacy reasons, children's names will not be published with accompanying photos without a parent’s or guardian’s permission. Adults’ names will not be published with accompanying photos without the adult’s permission.
If you do not wish to be photographed, please talk to a library staff member before the event or program.
Prohibited Uses of Photos
All Duluth Public Library photos are copyrighted and may not be used as stock photography.
Public Photography and Filming in the Library
Subject to the following restrictions, the Library permits the use of photographic, digital imaging and film equipment so long as such use does not interfere with the public’s right to the enjoyment of the Library for its intended purpose or violate the privacy rights of any user of the Duluth Public Library.
- Filming or photography must not impede or interfere with access to any parts of the Library or Library materials.
- Modifying or rearranging the property of the Library for photographic purposes is not allowed without first obtaining permission from the Library staff.
- Special or unique photography equipment, including but not limited to additional lighting, large tripods or large microphones, shall not be permitted unless approved by the Library Manager or a Library Supervisor.
Liability
The Library accepts no liability for the use of photos or video recordings resulting from the activity of any person not under the direct supervision of the Duluth Public Library.
· Note that anyone filming or photographing on Library premises has the sole responsibility for gaining all necessary releases and permission from anyone who is filmed, photographed or imaged.
· Further, the photographer or videographer is solely responsible for ensuring that no copyright infringement occurs while conducting his or her activity. The Library undertakes no responsibility for obtaining such releases.
The Duluth Public Library’s policies are subject to change without notice.
Approved June 2025
Duluth Public Library Board