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8 people are interested
Museum Tour Guide Volunteers
ORGANIZATION: Westmoreland Museum of American Art
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8 people are interested
The Westmoreland Museum of American Art is looking for volunteers to join the core of docent tour guides. The Westmoreland will provide a background in American art and a solid knowledge of The Westmoreland's collection to share with museum visitors. Docent training will include teaching tools and touring skills to prepare docents to engage and inform the community about The Westmoreland's collection and exhibitions. Docent meeting are held every other Monday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. There is no cost to participate. For further information or to receive an application, please respond on this website or call Katie Barnard, Director of Education and Visitors Services, at 724 837 1500 x 19.
Persons intereted in becoming a docent must complete an application and have an interview prior to the beginning of the training program. There is no prerequisite or any art or education background. Experience in the visual arts is helpful but not necessary.
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About Westmoreland Museum of American Art
Location:
221 N MAIN ST, GREENSBURG, PA 15601, US
Mission Statement
The Westmoreland Museum of American Art offers a place to share compelling and meaningful cultural experiences that open the door to new ideas, perspectives, and possibilities.
Description
The Westmoreland was established in 1959 through a generous bequest from Mary Marchand Woods, a long-time Greensburg resident who wanted her community to have an important cultural institution. From the early years, an inspirational collection of significant American art was amassed, alongside a strong exhibition and educational program. Currently celebrating our 60 th anniversary, the Westmoreland's collection is primarily the art of Southwest Pennsylvania from 1750-1950. Located in Greensburg, Pennsylvania about 35 east of Pittsburgh, the Westmoreland Museum of American Art features a significant and distinctive collection of paintings, sculpture, furniture and more that describes the heritage of our nation and our region.
CAUSE AREAS
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221 N MAIN STGREENSBURG, PA 15601
DATE POSTED
July 18, 2012
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
N/A