Volunteer
Join our team and make a difference in our community! From docents to program assistants, there are many ways to participate.
Complete the brief volunteer application below to assist in a variety of different roles. Volunteer applicants must be at least 15 years or older to apply.
A bounty of BENEFITS for Volunteers
- 20% discount on items purchased in the Museum Shop
- Discounts on Museum classes, workshops, and programs
- Training to perform assigned jobs with confidence
- References for outside employment or scholarship applications
- Regular updates on exhibitions and programs to ensure awareness of museum changes and
events - Special volunteer recognition—The Muse, an annual luncheon for the adult volunteers, bus trip,
and more! - Opportunity to explore new fields of interest and to renew old skills
- Personal satisfaction of supporting a true community resource
Volunteer Opportunities
Docent
By providing tours to visitors of all ages, docents enable COMU to more fully serve the community of the lower Chattahoochee Valley.
Docents candidates participate in an eight-week training course that focuses on strategies to promote visitor engagement, activate critical and creative thinking, and provide an introduction to our permanent collection. They also enjoy annual luncheons, bus trips, and continuing education opportunities.
For those interested in becoming a docent, contact our Education Department for more information by filling out the form on our Contact page.
Other Opportunities May Include:
Volunteering with different museum departments, such as Design, Curatorial, Development, Education, or Marketing/ Public Relations.
Museum Gift Shop
- Status: Ongoing
- Hours: Museum hours (with flexible shifts)
- Duties: Shop volunteers deal daily with guests by providing them with excellent service. Volunteers are required to handle transactions, restock merchandise, and keep the shop tidy.
Garden Volunteer
- Status: Ongoing
- Hours: Museum hours (with flexible hours) and monthly Garden Volunteer Workday
- Duties: Garden volunteers play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the beauty of the Bradley Olmsted Garden. Volunteers may be asked to assist with weeding, mulching, pruning, trimming, watering, and more.