(a) Because the Historic Arkansas Museum is a public educational institution, rentals cannot interfere with the museum's:
(1) Exhibits;
(2) Education programs; and
(3) Public visitation.
(b)
(1) A written copy of all printed materials using the name of the Historic Arkansas Museum or the Historic Arkansas Museum logo must be approved in advance by the museum.
(2) Failure to submit advance copy will be cause for the museum to cancel the event.
(c)
(1) Renters agree that neither the museum buildings nor grounds will be used to sell a product, announce a fundraising activity, or hold a fundraising event unless the museum is the direct beneficiary of the sale or fundraiser.
(2) An event to raise funds for the Historic Arkansas Museum requires advance approval by the museum.
(d)
(1) Renters are responsible for the cost of repair or replacement of any museum property (e.g., buildings, grounds, contents, collections, or equipment) that is damaged or destroyed by the renter or anyone attending the function during an event covered by the rental contract.
(2) The cost of such repair or replacement will be determined by the museum and paid in full by the renter.
(e) No alterations to the galleries, walls, or any part of the historic buildings or exhibits are permitted.
(f) Early delivery of decorations, floral arrangements, food and/or beverages, etc., must be approved by the museum staff at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to delivery.
(g) Dancing is allowed in designated areas only.
(h) No sound equipment may be used without prior approval of the director of the museum.
(i)
(1) Nothing whatsoever may be thrown inside the Museum Center or historic houses (e.g., bridal bouquet, garter, or objects of any kind).
(2) No rice may be thrown at any location.
(3) Birdseed and flower petals may be thrown in designated outdoor areas.
(j) No fastening or securing devices of any kind may be used inside or outside the Museum Center or historic houses to hold up decorations, photos, signs, etc.
(k) All staff work areas will be closed, and no one will be permitted in these areas.
(l) The Historic Arkansas Museum Commission reserves the right to waive conditions of public use and guidelines to serve the best interests of the museum.