Learn. Inspire. Connect. Are you passionate about natural and cultural history? Want to share your enthusiasm with others? Volunteering at the museum is a great way for lifelong learners to make new friends and share their passion for science and history. From leading exhibit tours to helping with children's events, the museum offers a variety of fun ways to get involved.
2024 VOLUNTEER OPEN HOUSES
Join us for a free, informational open house and learn about our volunteer training program.
- Thursday, August 22, 2024 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 25, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
VOLUNTEERING IN OUR PUBLIC PROGRAMS DIVISION
Trainings for Public Programs volunteers are offered once to twice a year and are required for all new volunteers. If your volunteer application is accepted during the recruitment period, you'll be invited to register for a training. The entire training series costs $40 and includes a one-year individual membership to the museum (a $40 value) plus materials and supplies. All sessions are held at the museum.
- Exhibit hall interpreters provide the personalized experiences and perspectives that make museum trips memorable and meaningful for our visitors.
- Educational program instructors inspire curiosity and critical thinking about Oregon's past and present and lead hands-on activities for K-12 classes and community members.
- Visitor Experience volunteers help with special events, share information about membership, and greet visitors.
BENEFITS
Aside from making a difference in our community and making new friends, volunteering at the MNCH comes with a variety of great rewards, including:
- A certificate in museum interpretation, following completion of the volunteer training series
- Additional trainings to further your education
- Free one-year individual membership to the museum, with upgrade options
- Invitations to special museum events
- Job references
- 10 percent off museum store purchases
- Invitation to our annual volunteer appreciation luncheon
- Quarterly volunteer meet-ups
Questions? Contact the museum's volunteer coordinator at mnchvolunteers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-1717.
VOLUNTEERING IN OUR COLLECTIONS OR RESEARCH DIVISIONS
Contact the divisions directly for more information.
- Anthropological Collections: Contact Pamela Endzweig, Anthropological Collections director, at 541-346-5120 or endzweig@uoregon.edu.
- Paleontological Collections and Research: Contact Edward Davis, Condon Collection manager and curator of paleontology, at 541-346-3461 or edavis@uoregon.edu.
- Archaeological Research: Contact Julia Knowles, archaeological labs manager, at 541-346-0932
jknowles@uoregon.edu.
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