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Community Events Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: BEMIS CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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2 people are interested

Bemis Center Community Events Volunteers contribute to the organization’s mission to facilitate the creation, presentation, and understanding of contemporary art. Each year, Bemis presents a number of special events, including Open House / Open Studios and the annual Benefit Art Auction. Volunteers provide their support to help make these events extraordinarily memorable for members of our community.
About YouInterested in gaining-or giving-event coordination experience
Desire to volunteer alongside a group of other dedicated community members who want to make an impact in the arts
Motivated to learn more about a nonprofit arts institution by going behind the scenes
At least 18 years of age
Ability to volunteer at three key events per year, plus attend orientation and trainings as needed
Greeting visitors: Help ensure that Bemis is a welcoming and hospitable place for all.
Art activity facilitation: Work closely with local artists to bring all-ages art activities to Bemis Center audiences. You’ll share the joy of art-making at every step, from preparation to creation to teardown.
Guest check-in: Kick off the bidding during the Benefit Art Auction by registering guests into bidding software.
Event equipment setup and teardown
Artwork handling and wrapping: Gain art handling experience and training, such as un-hanging and carefully wrapping valuable artwork.
Share knowledge and answer questions about Bemis programs and current exhibitions.
Connect your talents to other event or behind-the-scenes needs.
Recognition as a member of the Bemis Community Events Volunteer cohort
Professional development and training (e.g., event coordination, art handling)
Facilities access for personal projects, pending availability
Sincere and continuous appreciation from Bemis Center staff, board, other volunteers, and community members for your involvement!
More opportunities with BEMIS CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About BEMIS CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS
Location:
724 S 12TH ST, OMAHA, NE 68102, US
Mission Statement
Founded in 1981, by artists for artists, Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts supports today’s artists through an international residency program, temporary exhibitions and commissions, and innovative public programs. Located in the historic Old Market district, Bemis Center serves a critical role in the presentation and understanding of contemporary art, bridging the community of Omaha to a global discourse surrounding cultural production today.
Description
RESIDENCY PROGRAM
For more than three decades, Bemis Center has provided artists from around the world dedicated time, space, and resources to conduct research and to create new work. Frequently cited as one of the top international residency programs, Bemis Center offers artists private live/work studios, financial support, technical/administrative assistance, and opportunities for intellectual discourse about contemporary art through free public programs, such as panel discussions, lectures, and knowledge-sharing workshops. Nearly 900 artists have participated in the residency program.
Established in 2017 as the first of its kind in Nebraska, Bemis Center’s Curator-in-Residence Program provides a curator the opportunity to participate in the Bemis Residency Program, serve as a professional resource to Bemis artists-in-residence and the Greater Omaha arts community, and organize exhibitions and public programs at Bemis Center.
EXHIBITION PROGRAMBemis Center’s exhibition program features solo and group exhibitions of artwork in all media by local, national, and international artists. Exhibitions are always free, open to the public, and frequently introduce the community of Omaha to the most experimental and provocative art forms today.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
724 S 12th StOmaha, NE 68102
DATE POSTED
January 27, 2025
SKILLS
- Event Management
- Visual Arts
- Music Arts
- Exhibition Arts
- Arts Administration
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Public Groups
- Private Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- ~10-15 hours
Private Group Details
- Group Size Range 1 - 10
- Event can be held at organization location(s)
- No Donation