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9 people are interested
Dallas Museum of Art Docent
ORGANIZATION: Dallas Museum of Art
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9 people are interested
A vital part of the School Programs team, DMA docents support the Education Division’s mission of facilitating meaningful experiences for visitors of all ages. Docents conduct weekly tours of the Museum’s collection and exhibitions for groups of visitors ranging from elementary school students to adult visitors. The knowledge and teaching strategies for conducting tours in the Museum’s galleries are accumulated over a yearlong training program consisting of lectures, gallery talks, and workshops led by staff and outside experts.
We seek lifelong learners who have a desire to encourage learning, foster creativity, and create memories, bringing art and visitors together. A degree in art history is not required. Spanish-English bilingual skills are helpful, but not required. Due to the substantial investment in training, we ask that all new docents commit to remaining in the program for a minimum of two years.
Each docent is required to lead two one-hour tours per week, Tuesday-Friday, throughout the school year, between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Docents have the option to continue touring in the summer. All docents attend regularly scheduled Monday training sessions September-May to continue learning about the Museum’s collection, exhibitions, and best practices in museum education.
Interested applicants must submit an application for the New Docent class by June 8, 2019. The application can be found here: https://dallasmuseumofart.wufoo.com/forms/rilqaxs145nvrc/. In-person interviews will be conducted in June 2019. All new docents will be required to undergo a background check through Verified Volunteers.
If you have questions about the DMA Docent Program, please email teacherprograms@DMA.org. Thank you for your interest!
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About Dallas Museum of Art
Location:
1717 N. Harwood, Dallas, TX 75201, US
Mission Statement
The Dallas Museum of Art is a space of wonder and discovery where art comes alive. The DMA will: -Place art and our diverse communities at the center around which all activities radiate. -Pursue excellence in collecting and programming, present works of art across cultures and time, and be a driving force in contemporary art. -Strengthen our position as a prominent, innovative institution, expanding the meaning and possibilities of learning and creativity.
Description
Established in 1903, the Dallas Museum of Art (DMA) is among the 10 largest art museums in the country and is distinguished by its commitment to research, innovation and public engagement. At the heart of the Museum and its programs is its global collection, which encompasses more than 24,000 works and spans 5,000 years of history, representing a full range of world cultures. Located in the nation’s largest arts district, the Museum acts as a catalyst for community creativity, engaging people of all ages and backgrounds with a diverse spectrum of programming, from exhibitions and lectures to concerts, literary events, and dramatic and dance presentations. Since the Museum’s return to free general admission in 2013, the DMA has welcomed more 3.2 million visitors.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1717 N. HarwoodDallas, TX 75201
DATE POSTED
March 6, 2019
SKILLS
- Teaching / Instruction
- Visual Arts
- Critical Thinking
- Multi-Tasking
- People Skills
- Public Speaking
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training