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8 people are interested
Einstein Gala Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: National Museum of Nuclear Science & History
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8 people are interested
The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History seeks energetic, outgoing volunteers to help us engage the community in dialogue about science education efforts at the Museum. The Volunteer will assist with the Einstein Gala and perform tasks assigned by the Development Department. The Einstein Gala is the Museum’s largest annual fundraising event.
The museum seeks 10 - 15 volunteers to support the Einstein Gala held on Saturday, March 21st.
Silent Auction
- Be knowledgeable of, and able to articulate, the Museum’s mission, programming, and purpose of the Einstein Gala
- The day or day before the event, assist in setting up and staging the auction, assisting patrons during the auction, and with the auction check out process.
- Be knowledgeable of, and able to articulate, the Museum’s mission, programming, and purpose of the Einstein Gala
- Direct guests to coat check, VIP Room, and Silent Auction Room
- Work silent auction check out table, accurately request and distribute silent auction items from silent auction volunteers.
- Answer questions
- Usher guests to their seats
Qualifications:
- Outgoing, friendly personality
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to keep calm under pressure
- Comfortable with speaking to others on behalf of the Museum
- Dependable; ability to follow through with commitment to the Museum
- Reliable transportation
- Smart phone with ability to download and navigate "Group Me" application
- Interest in the Museum and its programming, exhibits, and activities
More opportunities with National Museum of Nuclear Science & History
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About National Museum of Nuclear Science & History
Location:
601 Eubank SE, Albuquerque, NM 87123, US
Mission Statement
The Museum’s mission is "to serve as America’s resource for nuclear history and science. The Museum presents exhibits and quality educational programs that convey the diversity of individuals and events that shape the historical and technical context of the nuclear age."
Description
The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History was established in 1969 as an intriguing place to learn the story of the Atomic Age, from early research of nuclear development through today’s peaceful uses of nuclear technology. Visitors can explore how nuclear science continues to influence our world. The museum strives to present, through permanent and changing exhibits and displays, the diverse applications of nuclear science in the past, present, and future along with the stories of the field’s pioneers.
The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History is a Smithsonian Affiliate and is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. It is a non-profit, 501(c)3. The Museum hosts approximately 70,000 guests from around the world each year and presents programs to approximately 10,000 children. The Museum runs a science summer camp program within the state, with 300 day-campers learning about ecology, robotics, flight, engineering, medicine and general science.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
601 Eubank SEAlbuquerque, NM 87123
DATE POSTED
December 20, 2019
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- Ushers, 10 to 15 hours. Silent Auction, 12 - 15 hours.