Offer material to the Alexander Turnbull Library
Find out about the process for offering material to the Alexander Turnbull Library. We cannot accept all items offered to us, although we appreciate the generosity of potential donors. Get in touch if you would like to discuss offering us material.
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Collecting at the Alexander Turnbull Library
Read an overview of collecting at the Alexander Turnbull Library. We make a commitment to materials we acquire to preserve them in perpetuity and make them discoverable and available for research. This requires us to be selective about what we acquire.
The donation process
All proposed gifts to the Library must go through an appraisal and approval process. If you are interested in offering us material the first step is to get in touch.
Choosing materials to offer us
Things to consider if you are thinking about offering us material include context, authenticity, provenance and uniqueness of the materials. Then get in touch with us. We are unable to accept items without prior consultation.
Sample Deed of Gift
Read an example of a Deed of Gift. If your offer is accepted we will send you a physical copy of this document and work with you to complete it so that your material is cared for in the way you expect it to be.
Offer material to the Alexander Turnbull Library form
The Alexander Turnbull Library appreciates the generosity of individuals, whānau and organisations, whose gifts enrich our collections for the benefit of researchers everywhere. Use the form below to offer items to the Alexander Turnbull Library.
Donating digital items
The Alexander Turnbull Library is actively seeking digital material to add to our collections. Find out what we are looking for and how to donate.
Archive online publication form
Use this form to give us permission to archive your online publication. You can choose whether we make it available in a limited or open way. Your online publication will only ever be made available to researchers on a non-commercial basis.