Loan Box Program

Using a Loan Box is a great way to bring a little bit of the Museum right into the classroom. On a limited basis, we can create a Loan Box for your class that contains artifacts from one of the many cultural groups represented in our Museum galleries. 

A Loan Box can be borrowed for up to one month by school districts and libraries within driving distance of the Penn Museum. It contains 10-12 items, each with its own information card, and general information for the teacher/facilitator to make effective use of the materials.

Loan Box Themes

• Africa
• Ancient China
• Ancient Egypt
• Ancient Greece and Rome
• Ancient Mesoamerica (focus on the Maya)
• Ancient Mesopotamia
• Archaeology
• Native American groups (Woodlands, Plains, Northwest Coast, Southwest)

Loan boxes can also be custom created to fit a school or library's needs.

Basic Guidelines

• A minimum of two weeks notice is needed to organize a box for your group. We recommend scheduling your request further ahead, since only a few requests can be accommodated at any given time.
• A representative from your school or library must pick up and return the box, in person, during business hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am and 4:30 pm.
• Loan objects must be stored in a locked cabinet when not in use.
• A $75 administrative fee is charged for each box. (Additional fees are charged for damaged or missing objects.)

Contact
Community Engagement Department 
(215) 746-6774
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