Photography Policies

Photography is allowed at the Monson Center for personal use only. Photography and video may not be published, sold, promoted, reproduced, or otherwise commercially used without prior permission from the University of Utah. Please contact the Scheduling Office at 801-581-7854 for more information.

Use of unmanned aircrafts systems requires prior approval from the University of Utah. Please visit https://aux.utah.edu/drones.php for more information. Drones are strongly discouraged on site because of the nature of the policy.

Wedding, engagement, and other professional photography is permitted at the Monson Center only by scheduled appointment to avoid conflicts with other scheduled events. Photography inside the Monson Center will be assessed a $100.00 fee per hour. Photography outside on the grounds is not charged a fee but must still be scheduled in advance. Please call 801-213-8770 to schedule. All photographers and clients will be asked to leave the site if they have not received prior approval.

The following rules and regulations pertain to any photography at the Monson Center.

• Be courteous and considerate to other Monson Center visitors and employees. All signs and barriers posted on the property must be adhered to.oYou may use any paved or gravel surface and grassy areas, but do not block any walkways.
• The 2nd and 3rd floor balconies may only be used during a scheduled indoor shoot.
• Please stay out of the flowerbeds, plant displays or mulched areas and do not step between plants. Flowers and foliage may not be removed or rearranged for any purpose.
• Existing furniture within the Monson Center may not be moved. Tables, chairs, or other equipment set up for private events may not be moved at any time.
• For indoor photography only, restrooms are available for changing. Do not leave your belongings unattended in the restrooms or elsewhere on the property.
• The Monson Center assumes no liability for loss, theft, or damage to personal belongings or equipment.
• No glitter, sequins, feathers etc. are allowed inside the Monson Center. Please ensure all wardrobes comply with this policy.
• No open flames (candles, sparklers etc.) are allowed anywhere on the grounds or in the building.
• Children must be supervised at all times.
• Guests will pay for any damage to the property as a result of the photography session.
• We, the Monson Center, have the right to reproduce and use all photos for marketing purposes.

Violation of any of the above policies will result in the photographer and guest being asked to leave the property.