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A modern glass building glows with blue light at dusk, reflecting trees and another classical-style building with columns on the right. This serene scene captures the elegance of Louisiana museums and local art Lafayette.

Professional Photography Policy

The Hilliard Art Museum grounds are available to the public as a beautiful backdrop for photographers. Please read our policies regarding photography, pricing, and scheduling.

Photography Policy and Booking

  • Outdoor photography hours are 6 a.am – 10 p.m. daily, including weekends
  • Photography must be scheduled and paid online in advance of the photo session. 
  • A maximum of 2 cars per paid photo shoot are allowed in the Hilliard parking area.  
  • All vehicles left in the Hilliard parking lot for more than 2 hours will be ticketed and towed away at the owner’s expense.  
  • If the owner leaves the Hilliard property, cars left in the Hilliard lot are subject to towing at the owner’s expense. 
  • On-site security, 24-hour video monitoring by ULPD enforces parking and photography. 

Additional Regulations

  • No professional photography is allowed inside the Hilliard Art Museum without the express consent of the museum. Personal photography, such as with a smartphone, is permitted inside during regular guest visits, without the use of flash.
  • No confetti, glitter, champagne, or carbonated beverages, or smash cakes are allowed on paved areas.
  • Please do not attempt to climb inside the Water Wall.
  • The upstairs porch of the A Hays Town Building is not available for photography.

Photography Pricing

  • $25 / hour for outdoor photography
  • $50 / hour (two-hour minimum) for the A. Hays Town Building interior from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. 
  • Each paid booking includes a maximum of 2 parking spaces in the Hilliard’s parking area. 
  • Individual photography (non-professional) is permissible outdoors on the plaza with paid museum admission. Please use the discount code “NONPRO10” during checkout. 
  • $10/per person for group pricing (i.e. Proms, Homecomings, & Sorority/Fraternity)
    Large group parking reservations are not available. 
  • Photography pricing does not include access to the Alumni Center. 
  • Prices are subject to change.

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