Image Use, Scanning & Copying Services

The Edina Historical Society (EHS) provides scanning, copying, and image use services to support research, publication, and personal projects. All images and documents are handled with care to ensure the preservation of our collections.

Use of EHS images requires credit to the Edina Historical Society and completion of an Image Use Permission Form.

Image Use Fees

Image use fees apply when EHS images are reproduced in publications, media, or other public formats.

• Books, brochures, magazines, newspapers: $20 per image

• Websites, television, film, or video productions: $50 per image

• Advertising: $80 per image

• Merchandise: $50 per image

• Public display: $25 per image

Other uses may be discussed with EHS staff.

Digital Scanning Services

We offer digital scans for both research/reference use and high-quality publication or print use.

Documents

• Standard digital scan (research/reference use): $5 per page

• High-resolution digital scan (publication or print use): $8 per page

Photographs

• Standard digital scan (research/reference use): $8 per image

• High-resolution digital scan (publication or print use): $10 per image

Digital files are delivered electronically unless otherwise requested.

Printed Copies (Optional)

Printed copies of scanned materials (up to 8.5 × 11 inches) are available upon request.

Documents

• Standard print: $7 per page

• High-resolution print: $10 per page

Photographs

• Standard print (black & white): $10 per image

• Standard print (color): $12 per image

• High-resolution print (black & white): $12 per image

• High-resolution print (color): $14 per image

Photographing Documents

Visitors may photograph documents for personal research use. A suggested $2 donation per document is appreciated to support the ongoing care and preservation of the collection.

Questions or Special Requests?

If you are unsure which option best fits your needs—or if your project requires special consideration—please contact EHS Executive Director Raquel Dwyer at museum@edinahistoricalsociety.org. We are happy to help you choose the most appropriate and cost-effective option.