How to Use Humanities To Go
Read the following information and then e-mail Nancy Conner to borrow a video or to begin your subscription. Humanities To Go is available to INDIANA residents only.
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Humanities To Go is the statewide lending library of Indiana Humanities Council and is open to any Indiana citizen. The mission of Humanities To Go is to deliver visual resources that reflect the breadth of the humanities, respond to user needs, and can be accessed by any person or organization in Indiana (only).
The collection consists primarily of videos, categorized by subject according to the sidebar at left. Our staff is ready to serve you and make sure the resources you need reach you as soon as possible.
ABOUT THE INDIANA HUMANITIES COUNCIL
The Indiana Humanities Council is an independent, not-for-profit organization supported by Indiana individuals, foundations, corporations, and by the National Endowment for the Humanities. Council's mission is to strenthen Indiana communities through targeted initiatives in leadership, education and culture. For more information on the Council's grants and programs, explore our site or call 1-800-675-8897 (638-1500 in Indianapolis).
- school media specialists
- teachers
- multicultural affairs directors
- home school parents
- university professors
- senior citizen activities directors
- museum programmers
- youth leaders
- You'll have access to a large collection of videos on Indiana history and many other topics
- You will be able to talk to a knowledgeable staff person to help you make your selection (saves time browsing at the library!)
- You'll get convenient delivery anywhere in the state of Indiana, as long as your requested item is not being used by another person.
Each item listed here has an audience code, just beneath the title. The key is as follows:
E Elementary, suitable for ages 6-10
M Middle School, suitable for ages 11-13
H High School, suitable for ages 14-18
C College, suitable for study in a college classroom
A Adult, suitable for adults and serious students of a topic
P Public, suitable for presentation to a public group
Please note: These audience codes were assigned with general parameters in mind. The taste and sophistication of every audience vary. Preview is always recommended. Humanities To Go's staff can also consult with you individually about whether an item is appropriate for your particular group.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BORROW THROUGH HUMANITIES TO GO?
Humanities To Go adheres to an annual subscription format.
Individual or Family $19
Organization $99
An Organization can be an individual school, college, university department, religious organization, senior citizen center, museum, public library, club, hospital, government agency, corporation, etc. Payment of the Individual fee or the Organization fee entitles you to a year's worth of unlimited borrowing privileges which include one-way shipping of videos, displays, and kits. To subscribe, send a check payable to Indiana Humanities Council, to:
Indiana Humanities Council
1500 N. Delaware Street
Indianapolis IN 46202-2419
Purchase orders are accepted, too.
WHO PAYS FOR RETURN SHIPPING?
As a subscriber, you are responsible for return shipping/postage charges for videos, displays and kits, and for two-way shipping charges for exhibits. Some items may also be returned at no charge via the statewide library courier, INCOLSA Wheels. (Check with Humanities To Go's staff or with your own organization to determine if you are a member of INCOLSA). Patrons in Indianapolis may also pick up and return items to the Humanities Council office at 1500 North Delaware Street.
WHAT IS THE LENDING PERIOD?
Videos are loaned for up to two weeks; kits, displays, and exhibits may be used for up to 4 weeks. The Indiana Humanities Council reserves the right to cancel subscriptions due to failure to return materials on time.
IS THERE A LIMIT TO HOW MANY ITEMS I CAN CHECK OUT?
No. Items are reserved for patrons on a first-come, first-serve basis.
HOW DO I PLACE AN ORDER?
Place your order one of five ways:
- submit an order over the internet
- call 317.638.1500 or 1.800.675.8897, ext. 128
- fax a request to 317.634.9503
- mail your request to Humanities To Go, 1500 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis IN 46202-2419
- make an appointment to visit with our staff in person at the Council office
When making a request, please be sure to include:
- name of person making the request
- shipping address (no P.O. boxes) phone or e-mail
- title of item
- date desired and at least one alternate date
Reminder: Humanities To Go is available to INDIANA residents only.
Indiana Humanities Council
1500 North Delaware Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
317.638.1500 or 800.675.8897
ihc
iupui.edu
