The AGNS welcomes researchers interested in finding out more about particular
artists and the artworks in the AGNS
permanent collection. The AGNS maintains files on all the artists in the permanent collection.
At the moment, detailed research can only be conducted on-site, however, a good starting point for all research is through
Artefacts Canada, which contains full records for the entire AGNS permanent colelction.
The AGNS staff is happy to accommodate reasonable amounts of preliminary research on behalf of researchers, as well as formal research visits. Research requests that require excessive amounts of staff time will be charged a curatorial fee.
If you are interested in arranging for a research visit, please complete the following form and submit it via email parkers@gov.ns.ca or fax (902) 424-0750.
Research Access Form [pdf]
- Research access is provided by appointment only and is dependent on staff availability.Research requests should be made ONE MONTH prior to the visit to best accommodate requests. Research hours are Monday through Friday, 10 am to 12 pm, 1 pm to 4 pm.
- Food, drink, and chewing gum are not allowed within research areas.
- Pencils are the only writing instruments allowed within research areas.
- Bags, briefcases, coats, and umbrellas may not be taken into any of the research areas. Secure locations will be provided to secure these items.
- Researchers will be accompanied by a staff member at all times.
- Care and handling of collections materials will be the primary responsibility of the AGNS staff accompanying the researcher.
- Photography is strictly prohibited unless special permission is sought and granted prior to the research visit.
- If excessive staff time is necessary to support the requested research, the AGNS will charge a curatorial fee for the additional time.
- It is requested that a copy of all papers or publications that result from the research conducted at the AGNS be forwarded for our records.
- Disregarding these regulations or otherwise behaving in a manner which endangers the AGNS collections or staff will result in research privileges being revoked.
Shannon Parker, Curator of Collections
902.424.8457 / fax: 902.424.0750
gov.ns.ca