Research Requests
Archival research is open by appointment only.
For inquiries regarding the archives, or to make an appointment please contact: info@qathermuseum.ca
For inquiries regarding the archives, or to make an appointment please contact: info@qathermuseum.ca
Due to staffing shortages and the mobile shelving project, we are currently closing research requests. Please check back later to see when research requests open again.
Unable to visit in person? The qathet Museum and Archives is pleased to offer a fee-based research service for distance research requests.
Staff conducted research service fees are waived for the first 15 minutes. For research requiring more than 15 minutes, there is an hourly fee of $20.00. There are also service fees for reproductions of records and/or images. Please click here to view our Heritage Services Fees. To send us your research query, you can fill out the form below or email info@qathetmuseum.ca Requests must apply to the qathet Regional District or the City of Powell River, and fall within the scope of the qMAS. |
The Museum does not have full time researchers on staff. Our ability to conduct research or a photograph search will be assessed with each request. Simple information requests that do not involve more than 15 minutes of staff time to complete will be done free of charge. In some cases of research, an initial in-person or phone consultation with Museum staff or volunteers is needed.
No original materials are allowed to leave the museum. There will be no relaxing of this policy for any reason, unless another accredited Canadian Archives is involved. Please understand that some materials may be restricted from use for reasons of privacy or for conservation. All material must be used in the archives. Researchers must agree to adhere to the Rules of the Archives they are provided with access to the material. In-Person Research Researchers must make an appointment in advance to access the archives. There is no charge for self-directed research (accessing finding aids and digitized material). Staff may assist to identify suitable archival materials and must access and refile materials. Their help may also be needed to obtain copies. Distance Research Prior to the Museum agreeing to have its staff conduct research, an assessment as to our ability to do so will be made. We also make no guarantee that we will find the information being requested. Response to the request will vary according to staff time. We recommend that researchers initially approve an hour or two of research time, which will allow us to survey the collection, advise what material is available and estimate costs to copy material. We can be most effective if you clearly define your research objectives and priorities in advance. Research time will be prorated to the nearest 1/4 hour. Rules of the Archives Researchers are reminded that they are working with historical records, which are unique and often very fragile. These rules outline your responsibilities as a researcher, to help us preserve the holdings of the qathet Museum and Archives. Please note that these rules apply to all researchers and staff of the qathet Museum and Archives
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