VIDEO : Rules On Selfies At Museum At The US

Several museums have made it prohibited to take selfies with famous pieces of art. According to Mnn.com, "Depending on the museum you were in, taking selfies with the art may or may not have been allowed. Sometimes it can be hard to tell, so my advice is always ask if you're unsure. It's just respectful to do so. The reason is that policies regarding photography vary. Some institutions have pieces loaned to them that aren't allowed to be photographed per the owner's wishes, like most of the rotating exhibits at The Tate in London. Others are concerned about what camera flashes will do to the art; bright lights can degrade certain paints and finishes."