Background Information Resources

  • Historical information on the Peggy Guggenheim Collection
  • Information about current and upcoming exhibitions
  • Sign up for our press list to receive communications on museum news and announcements

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General Questions

Q: I am a journalist. Can I gain entry to the museum with my ID or do I need a press card?
A: For any accreditation please contact press@guggenheim-venice.it at least two days prior your visit.

Q: I am a journalist from abroad. Can I use my press credentials to gain entry to the museum?
A: For any accreditation please contact press@guggenheim-venice.it at least two days prior your visit.

Q: I notice long lines to enter the museum. Can media bypass the lines?
A: Yes, media can bypass the line and show their accreditation previously received from the Press Office at the membership desk in the lobby of the museum.

Q: I am working on a feature article/broadcast story on the museum/one of your exhibitions/your collection/one of your principals. How do I obtain an interview with an appropriate person?
A: Please contact press@guggenheim-venice.it


Photography and Filming

Q: How do I obtain high-resolution images of works in current exhibitions or of the Guggenheim building interior and exterior? Do I need a user ID and password to log into Press Images?
A: Yes. To obtain ID and password to log into Press Images, please contact press@guggenheim-venice.it

Q: May I take photographs in the museum?
A: There are photography restrictions within the museum. Exceptions are made on occasion. Please contact press@guggenheim-venice.it

Q: I am with the broadcast media and am working on a story on the museum/one of your exhibitions/your collections/one of your principals. How do I obtain permission to shoot in the museum?
A: All filming of current exhibitions must be accompanied by a Media and Public Relations staff person. Please contact press@guggenheim-venice.it

Q: How do I obtain images of past exhibitions?
A: Please contact press@guggenheim-venice.it

Q: How do I obtain archival B-roll and archival photos? How do I obtain access to out-of-print catalogues or other scholarly publications?
A: If you are a journalist please contact press@guggenheim-venice.it

Q: Can I take photos or film in the museum for a book/television/feature film or for my own personal use?
A: Only for press purposes please contact press@guggenheim-venice.it

Q: How do I get permission to shoot footage in your museum for a documentary that is related/unrelated to the Guggenheim?
A: Only for press purposes please contact press@guggenheim-venice.it

Q: I would like a photo of an item/catalogue in your Museum Shop. How can I get one?
A: Please contact press@guggenheim-venice.it


Collections

Q: I’d like to know if a specific work from the permanent collection is currently on display at the Guggenheim.
A: Visit the Collection Online to find out what is currently on view.

Q: I’d like to know if a particular work is in the Guggenheim’s permanent collection.
A: The Collection Online has a searchable database of the Guggenheim’s permanent collection.

Q: How do I obtain a catalogue for a past, current, or future exhibition?
A: Only if you are a journalist, please contact press@guggenheim-venice.it


Miscellaneous

Q: I want to see if the Guggenheim is interested in advertising in my publication.
A: Please contact aboro@guggenheim-venice.it