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1 person is interested
Weekday and Weekend Museum Docents
ORGANIZATION: MUSEUM OF THE SOUTHWEST
Please visit the new page to apply.
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1 person is interested
The Museum of the Southwest is looking for volunteer docents to help out in our galleries during George W. Bush’s Portraits of Courage exhibition from January 20-March 25.
Docents will help Visitor Services staff supervise the gallery spaces and will help guests enjoy their experiences while visiting this unique exhibition. Docents are encouraged to research the artworks in Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief's Tribute to America's Warriors and to help guide groups of visitors through the exhibition. Docents will also help ensure that proper security procedures are being followed by guests in the galleries.
PLEASE VISIT https://www.museumsw.org/get-involved/volunteer TO SIGN UP FOR A TIME SLOT.
The following characteristics make a good docent:
A sincere and genuine interest in people of all ages.
A love for and excitement about learning and teaching.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
A sense of flexibility and cooperation.
An attitude of tolerance and respect for all people’s points of view.
Docents who complete 5 shifts will receive a free copy of the Museum of the Southwest's first publication, Selections from the Permanent Collection.
Volunteers who complete 20 hours or more of service will receive a free individual membership to the Museum of the Southwest.
More opportunities with MUSEUM OF THE SOUTHWEST
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About MUSEUM OF THE SOUTHWEST
Location:
1705 W MISSOURI AVE, MIDLAND, TX 79701, US
Mission Statement
The Museum of the Southwest inspires discovery, interaction and exploration of art, science, culture and history, enriching the lives of people of all ages. We believe in the power of these disciplines to ignite the imagination, stimulate thought and provide enjoyment through our collections, exhibitions, programs and events.
Description
Founded in 1965, opened in 1966 and in the historic Turner Mansion since 1968, the Museum of the Southwest has spent over fifty years serving the Midland and West Texas communities by producing exhibitions, programs and events about science, art, astronomy, archaeology, history and culture.
We have many opportunities for volunteers, from events to educational programs, family programs, tours, and general facilities help.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1705 W. Missouri AveMidlandMidland, TX 79701
DATE POSTED
January 8, 2018
SKILLS
- Adult Education
- Teaching / Instruction
- People Skills
- Visual Arts
- General Education
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2 hour time slots are available Tuesdays-Sundays
- visit https://www.museumsw.org/get-involved/volunteer to sign up