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Access Policies

• All personal belongings, except those necessary for research, must be placed in the lockers provided. This includes coats, backpacks/purses, three-ring binders, and laptop cases etc.
• Only pencils and paper, laptops and similar digital devices are allowed. Pens and highlighters may not be used in the archive.
• No food or drinks allowed inside the archive.
• Gloves may be required to handle some materials, particularly negatives, prints or photographs, and old and fragile print material. Gloves will be provided if necessary.
• Handle all items with care. Materials must lie flat on the tables. Do not place items in your lap or hold them up
• The Archivist will instruct you on any other special handling requirements as objects require them.
• Researchers are permitted to view one folder or item at a time. Please take care to keep all materials and folders in the original order in which they are found. Please notify the Archivist immediately if materials appear to be missing, out of order, mislabeled, damaged, or have staples/paper clips.
• Photography is allowed inside the archive at the discretion of the Archivist.

The Kikuchi Center is dedicated to preserving and protecting the cultural history of Kauai, ka pae aina o Hawaii, and the wider world. We strive to provide equitable service to all knowledge seekers, and access to the fullest extent possible, consistent with Native Hawaiian cultural protocols and the condition and accessibility of items.

**To best prepare for your visit, appointments are preferred. Please contact the archivist or library staff using the "contact the Kikuchi Archivist" tab to the left, or the information below.**

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