Volunteer
Current Volunteers
If you are a registered Bruce Museum volunteer, please use the Volunteer Information Center link below to access your volunteer records file.
Prospective Volunteers
If you would like become a Bruce Museum volunteer, click here to apply online. There are many opportunities to participate at the Bruce Museum. What kind of volunteering can I do at the Bruce? Volunteers serve in these capacities:
- Curatorial/Collections
- Docent
- Membership
- Museum Ambassador
- Museum Store
- Reception Desk
- Seaside Center (SUMMER: high school and college students only)
- Special Events
- Staff Support
- Simple Tasks
What kind of volunteering can I do if I am a student between the ages of 14 and 18?
Youth Volunteers serve in these capacities
- Arts and Crafts Assistant
- Museum Ambassador
- Youth Committee (special projects)
- Assistant at the Seaside Center (summer only)
- Office Assistant
What are the benefits of being a Volunteer?
Volunteers receive:
- 15% discount in the Museum Store
- Holiday Recognition Luncheon
- Spring Tea and Tour
- Behind-the-scenes tours of the Museum
- Involvement in special events
- Admission to waiting-list only events when volunteering at the event
- Reference for college applications
- Allowable tax deductions of travel expenses to and from the Museum
When can I volunteer?
Will it fit in my schedule?
Hours are flexible and are available on weekdays, weekends and evenings.
How will I know what to do?
We'll teach you or draw on skills you currently have.
Are there any requirements to be a volunteer?
When your Volunteer Application is received, the Volunteer Manager will telephone or email you to schedule an application interview if the present needs of the Museum match your stated abilities and available time. Qualified candidates may be referred to a department for a second interview. Volunteering is a privilege of Museum membership (youth are exempt). You may complete a Bruce Museum Membership Application online now or make arrangements to join at your interview. Parental consent for those less than 18 years old may be required.
CONTACT US TODAY
If you are interested in volunteering at the Bruce please complete the Volunteer Application online or contact Volunteer Program Manager Mary Ann Lendenmann at 203-413-6746 or mlendenmann@brucemuseum.org
