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Conduct Guidelines

Purpose

This policy outlines the expected standards of behavior for all visitors to the U.S. Naval Undersea Museum to ensure the safety of our guests, staff, and the preservation of historic artifacts. Failure to comply with these standards may result in immediate expulsion from the premises and notification of Naval Base Kitsap security.

General Conduct

  • Treat all staff, volunteers, and other visitors with courtesy and respect. Verbal abuse, harassment, or fighting is strictly prohibited.
  • Illegal substances and tobacco products and the use of these items are prohibited inside the museum and on museum grounds. Smoking and vaping are permitted 25 feet or more from building entrances.
  • Intoxication or behavior under the influence of illegal substances is strictly prohibited.
  • As a federal entity, the museum is located on government property, and therefore, weapons, firearms, and explosives are prohibited, with the exception of authorized military or security personnel.
  • All children under the age of 16 must not be left unattended.
  • Only service animals are permitted inside the museum.
  • Visitors shall not solicit for commercial or charitable purposes, distribute advertisements, or display signage.

Museum Artifacts and Exhibits

  • Do not touch, climb on, or interfere with exhibits or artifacts unless specifically indicated by signage or a staff member that the item is intended to be interactive.
  • Food and drinks are not permitted in the exhibit gallery or auditorium.
  • Photography is permitted for personal use. Commercial photography requires five days’ notice and approval by museum staff.
  • Do not run, push, or engage in any behavior that may disrupt the peaceful experience of other visitors.

 

Security and Safety Compliance

  • Visitors must follow all directions given by museum staff or security personnel during emergencies.
  • Any disruptive, threatening, indecent, or unruly behavior must cease immediately upon request from staff. Refusal to comply will result in escort from the museum premises. Visitors who do not comply may be subject to fine or imprisonment.
  • The museum parking lot is for use by visitors to the museum or official museum business. Naval Base Kitsap Security will be contacted to address vehicles left for extended durations.

 
The museum reserves the right to implement additional and/or more restrictive rules and regulations than those contained herein. The museum also reserves the right to deny admission to any member of the public who is a threat to the safety of the property, staff, or guests of the museum.