Share your knowledge - and inspire!

Natural History Interpreter and Education Volunteers work with Museum staff to provide interpretation and educational programs for people of all ages while leading interactive presentations and programs.

Responsibilities and Opportunities

Deliver formal or informal education using Museum exhibits or outdoors.

Engage and inspire guests of all ages to learn about Museum exhibit and collections.

Facilitate hands-on activities in the Naturalist Center.

Assist with program preparation, set-up, and clean up

Assist staff in maintaining and caring for our natural history specimens and museum spaces.

Required Skills

• A customer service oriented, pleasant, professional and welcoming attitude
• An attentiveness to guests
• Good organizational skills
• An ability to work independently
• A willingness to learn relevant information
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to speak comfortably in front of groups

Volunteer Benefits

• Gain hands-on experience in educating people of various ages
• Build  working relationships and network with the museum staff, visitors, and other volunteers.
• Develop communication and volunteer skills while sharing your enthusiasm for the natural world.
• Opportunity to enjoy the challenge of continually growing in your personal knowledge of natural history, education and the skills of interpretation.