1. Visitors to the Archive must make an appointment in advance. A letter of recommendation may be required from first-time users. The Archive is normally open 9.15 am - 4.45 pm, except on Saturdays and Sundays.

2. Please let us know in advance if you are confined to a wheelchair or if your mobility is severely restricted so that we can make the necessary arrangements.

3. The temperature in the Archive is that recommended for the material kept there (18^o C), but this may seem rather low for those working there for an extended period of time. Please dress accordingly; we strongly recommend that you bring some warm clothing.

4. Please arrange with a member of the staff if you wish to interrupt your session for an extended period of time, including your coffee/tea/lunch breaks. Eating or drinking is not allowed. Please do not use the emergency exit except in a real emergency; at any other time you will trigger off the alarm system.

5. Access to the Archive is limited to the Griffith Institute staff and scholars working there. Users of the Archive may not receive personal visitors. The level of noise must be kept to a minimum.

6. Manuscript material has to be handled with care and must not be left exposed to sunlight. It must not be left unattended or taken out of the Archive. Pencils only can be used for making notes. Only a limited number of items can be consulted at a time. Visitors are not allowed to help themselves to Archive material from the stacks.

7. Photographing using personal camera equipment is not allowed. Photographs or digital images of archive material may be ordered; please see charges.

8. Copies are made for study purposes only and their copyright is retained by the Griffith Institute. Permission must be sought if you wish to use the copied material for publication. Reproduction charges may apply for non-specialist publications. Please ask in writing.

9. We cannot put our computers at the disposal of visiting scholars. They may, however, use their own laptops or notebooks.

10. Visitors to the Archive who wish to use books in the Sackler Library need a valid Bodleian Library card. Please consult the Bodleian website or contact the Sackler Library Assistant Librarian: Egyptology and Ancient Near East Studies (Griffith Librarian), Mrs Diane Bergman.

11. If the fire alarm sounds, please leave the building as quickly as you can. More detailed instructions are displayed in the Archive.

(November 21, 2011)

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