Archives Department Mission Statement

The Theosophical Society in America Archives exists to identify, collect, preserve, interpret and disseminate materials and information pertaining to the history of the Society and to assist its membership and authorized researchers in understanding and appreciating this rich heritage and how it relates to their lives. This is an ongoing endeavor and is accomplished by collection of personal records, papers, slides, film, photographs, memorabilia, works of art and books from those persons wishing to donate them to this endeavor.

Inquiry about donating to the collection or researching material(s) pertinent to an approved and specific endeavor can be obtained by contacting: Archivist, PO Box 270. Wheaton IL 60189 or by e-mail to archives@theosophical.org.

Research is conducted by our staff when a specific name, date, place, and/or source has been provided. The minimum fee is $30 for the first hour and $20 for each hour thereafter, with a one-hour minimum. Researchers will be invoiced for research time and photocopies prior to forwarding of materials. Photocopying is an additional $.25 per copy.

PHOTOGRAPHIC REPRODUCTION: Fees are dependent upon current market rates and will be supplied upon request.

USE FEES: A use fee, in addition to photographic reproduction fee, is charged for one-time publication rights. All photographs and/or material must credit as such: By permission of The Theosophical Society in America.

PUBLICATION: Editorial use within books, periodicals, video productions, and other published works. Fee per image (book, serial, photograph, broadside, pamphlet).

Non-profit:	$30.00
Profit:	$65.00

ADVERTISEMENT: Advertising and other non-editorial uses such as book covers, posters and brochures.
Fee schedule per image (book, serial, photograph, broadside, pamphlet).

Non-profit:	$50.00
Profit:	$110.00

NOTE: There are some materials that cannot be copied or reproduced.