Tiny Galleries Restrictions & Guidelines

The Knight Library entrance halls and telephone booths are designated as historic spaces, and the Design Library is used for multiple purposes. Accordingly, several restrictions and guidelines apply to installation proposals. This list is not exhaustive, and special consideration will be given to ensure the safety of curators and visitors, as well as the preservation of library facilities.

  • All media types are permitted for exhibition. 
  • Curators may specify whether their Tiny Gallery remains locked or unlocked, depending on their preference for engagement and interactivity. 
  • Audio and video technology may be used; however, sound should not be audible from the phone booths when the doors are closed. 
  • Each gallery is equipped with overhead lighting and a standard 110-volt electrical outlet. 
  • Telephone and data jacks are not available, and UO Secure wifi cannot be relied upon within Tiny Galleries. 
  • Electronic equipment must be properly vented to prevent overheating. 
  • Data and electrical boxes, including cover plates, must not be removed, opened, or tampered with, though painting them is permitted. 
  • Walls and ceilings may be painted, covered, or left in their current state. 
  • Existing wall coverings may be removed, but ceiling tiles must remain intact. 
  • Gallery walls consist of various materials such as drywall, concrete, and wood. Anchors, nails, screws, etc., may be used, provided they do not penetrate the opposite side of the wall. 
  • Due to asbestos, no anchors, nails, screws, or similar items may puncture the gallery floors. 
  • Fire suppression sprinklers are activated by heat. Ignition sources—including open flames, sparks, or heated elements—are strictly prohibited. Any modification or tampering with sprinkler units is forbidden and may result in significant damage. 
  • Floors cannot be painted, but coverings are allowed. Floor coverings must not leave any residue. 
  • No alterations are permitted to gallery doors, frames, handles, locks, or hinges due to their historic status. 
  • Odors must not be detectable outside the galleries. 
  • Live animals are not allowed within exhibitions. 
  • Any material that presents a danger or health hazard to the artist or viewer is prohibited.

 

If you have questions about the Tiny Galleries, please contact: 
David Ketchum
Director, Access and Delivery Services
University of Oregon Libraries
dketchum@uoregon.edu