City of Frisco Municipal Volunteer Program

Frisco Heritage Museum
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
6455 Page Street

2026 Dates:
February 14
March 14
April 11 
May 9 
June 13 
July 11 
August 8
September 12
October 10 
November 14 
December 12

Guests will play historically at the Frisco Heritage Center every second Saturday of the month. With new themes and activities each month, visitors will find new ways to play every time. They can explore the museum, tour historic homes, watch a live blacksmith demonstration, have fun with a hands-on activity, and more. Volunteers will assist with event set up, clean up, and a variety of activities. 

Frisco Heritage Center
6455 Page Street

Daily Hours: 
Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 

Museum Greeters will welcome guests and assist them as needed as they tour the museum. Additional duties may include capturing visitor statistics, tidying areas, straightening brochures, and restocking supplies. This volunteer assignment has year-round openings and flexible times. You may sign up for multiple shifts. Fill out an application to get started. Volunteers must be 16 years or older for this opportunity.

Saturday, July 31
6 - 8 p.m.
Frisco Discovery Center 
8004 Dallas Pkwy

Play Night at Discovery at the Frisco Discovery Center celebrates Hispanic heritage and artwork during a community reception in the Grand Gallery. Guests enjoy free access to the National Videogame Museum, Sci-Tech Discovery Center, TrainTopia, and explore the Dance Studio, Grand Gallery, and Community Gallery. Volunteers are needed to help with event setup, greeting guests, assisting with refreshments, and providing general event support. Please wear comfortable business casual attire. Signups will open about 2-3 weeks prior to the event. 

Frisco Discovery Center 
8004 Dallas Pkwy

Daily Hours: 
Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday: 1-5 p.m.

Concierge volunteers greet guests and provide general information and wayfinding at the Frisco Discovery Center during operating hours.

Schoolhouse Docents give groups of students an experience in the one-room schoolhouse.  This job requires an ability to work with and manage groups of children.  This volunteer must be able to speak loudly while sharing stories and information with the audience.  

Letterpress Docents will share the history of the printing press. They will also demonstrate how a letterpress works. Volunteers will show guests how printing was done at the turn of the 20th century.  They will assist groups with printing museum souvenirs as part of this interactive experience. 

School Tours Docents will lead school, scout, and other group tours.  This position takes place during the workday, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  This position requires an ability to work with and manage groups of children.  This volunteer must be able to speak loudly while conducting tours for large groups and enjoy sharing stories and information with the audience. 

Frisco Heritage Center
6455 Page Street

Daily Hours: 
Tuesday - Saturday
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

If you love learning something new and sharing it with kids, consider applying to be a volunteer docent. We have year-round openings and flexible scheduling. Click "Fill in an application" to get started.  

Frisco Discovery Center 
8004 Dallas Pkwy

Daily Hours: 
Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday: 1-5 p.m.

Gallery attendants greet visitors, keep an eye on artwork displayed in the Community Gallery or Grand Gallery, and are prepared to inform guests regarding basic details about the museums on site, featured artists or exhibitions. Occasionally, they may help with shows loading in, being installed, or loading out.  

Saturday, September 26 
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
Frisco Heritage Center
6455 Page Street

Volunteer with the Frisco Heritage Association at their annual Shawnee Trail Cowboy Day! This celebration gives visitors a glimpse of what life was like along the Shawnee Trail in the days before modern conveniences. This year's event features perennial favorites and new activities for the entire family, including:

• Wild West Shows
• Living Longhorn
• Stagecoach Rides
• Armadillo Races
• Pony Rides
• Kids' Arts & Crafts
• Western Theme Photo Booth
• Blacksmith Demonstrations
• Live Music
• Food Trucks

Signs ups will be available 2-3 weeks prior to the event. 

Saturday, October 24
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Frisco Heritage Center
6455 Page Street

We need volunteers to join the holiday fun at the annual Heritage Halloween event!

Volunteer assignments at this family-friendly gathering include helping with the following activities: 

Event Set Up
Crafts & Games
Passing Out Candy
Event Clean Up

Volunteer signups will open 2-3 weeks prior to the event. We hope to see you there!

2026 Date: TBD

In collaboration with the Visual Arts Guild of Frisco, Play Frisco is proud to present En Plein Air Frisco — where art, nature, and community meet! Artists paint outdoors for three days and nights at several city parks.

Painting Locations
Artists can be found at the following city parks during the festival:

Kaleidoscope Park, 6635 Warren Pkwy.
Frisco Heritage Center, 6455 Page St.
Freedom Meadow at Warren Sports Complex, 7599 Eldorado Pkwy.
Frisco Commons Park and The Grove at Frisco Commons, 8300 McKinney Rd.

Volunteers will help with event set up, artist check in and support, greet and assist guests, event clean up, and more. Signups will be posted 2-3 weeks prior to the event. 

Frisco Heritage Museum
2026 Date: TBD
6455 Page Street

Blackland Prairie Day is a celebration of all things Blackland Prairie. Families of all ages can visit the Frisco Heritage Center for activities centered around the Blackland Prairie of Texas from 10-11 a.m. The Blackland Prairie Raptor Center will be presenting in the Depot from 11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m. featuring three incredible birds of prey found in North Texas.

Volunteers will help with different activity stations throughout the event. This event is held annually in the spring. Volunteer signups are posted about 2 weeks prior to the event. 

Frisco Heritage Museum
March 17
6455 Page Street

Children ages 3 to 6 years old will go on an adventure with Cotton, the history-loving teddy bear, at the Frisco Heritage Museum’s Teddy Bear Picnic! This special event is held in the spring and hosted by the Heritage Association of Frisco. This 'bear-y' fun event will feature story time, hands-on activity stations, a Teddy bear Parade, and much more! Volunteers are needed to help assist with the different activities and crafts. Signups will open about 2-3 weeks prior to the event. 

Frisco Discovery Center 
8004 Dallas Pkwy

2026 Dates TBD

Volunteer with us for a day of tabletop role-playing games for the public! You'll help scan tickets, greet guests, assist with event setup, observe the games and help with refreshments. Wear comfortable, business casual clothing. Signups will open about 2-3 weeks prior to the event.