Approved by the Board of Trustees October 18, 2006 

As part of our cultural mission, the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library is pleased to offer exhibit space to the public in its Art Gallery. The Library is a central community cultural gathering place, and its easy public accessibility and numerous hours of operation make the Library’s exhibit space an advantageous public venue. Having artwork in the Library also enhances the Library’s environment for patrons, and helps promote both art and artists. While all
artwork is eligible for display, this space will not be provided for advertising for commercial enterprises. Artwork shall not be excluded on the basis of doctrinal, religious or political beliefs of the exhibitor(s). Displays do not necessarily represent the views of the Library. 

Library sponsored or cosponsored exhibits take precedence over other exhibits, and the Library reserves the right to cancel any exhibit or display without prior notice if the Library Director or Board of Trustees determines that the space is needed for Library purposes. The time allowed for display of any single exhibit
will be determined by the Library’s needs and schedule. 

 The selection of materials for exhibit will be governed by the same principles
of intellectual freedom which underlie the Library’s material selection policy,
e.g. The American Library Association’s “Freedom to Read Statement,” and the “Library Bill of Rights,” as well as “Exhibit Spaces and Bulletin Boards – an Interpretation of the Library Bill of Rights.” The Library will schedule artwork for display with preference given to Plainview-Old Bethpage residents. The Library reserves the right to limit the frequency with which a particular artist or organization may display materials. 

 The Library assumes no liability for loss or damage to items installed, displayed or exhibited. The Library does not insure exhibits. Exhibitors must agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Library, its Trustees, agents and employees from any claim, demand, or liability against any of them arising directly or indirectly or relating to the exhibit.