Opportunities | Volunteer

Docents

The Education Department seeks enthusiastic teaching volunteers to convey both information about and appreciation of art and literature to a diverse audience.

Docents conduct gallery talks that provide visitors biographical profiles of Pierpont Morgan and other individuals who shaped the institution, as well as interpret the Library's permanent collections, its architecture, and decoration.

Docents report to the Manager of Gallery Programs.

A limited number of applicants are accepted for each training period.

Requirements

• A minimum monthly commitment of eight hours, including tours and training
• A commitment of one or two tours per week

Qualifications

• An interest in museum education
• Strong communication skills
• Strong history, art history, or literary background
• An ability to relate to a variety of audiences
• An ability to work as part of a team and support staff and fellow docents
• A careful and rigorous approach to research
• Teaching experience preferred

To apply:
Interested applicants should use the following link to e-mail a cover letter and resume to Human Resources:

Volunteers Needed

The Visitor Services department of the Morgan Library & Museum seeks enthusiastic volunteers to act as greeters to aid in the execution of our concerts, lectures, and other public programs. Volunteer greeters provide vital support by greeting and assisting visitors from around the world, explaining Museum memberships, providing support during special exhibitions and at various Museum events, helping children and families during special family programs, and assisting in the Museum offices. Volunteers for public programs distribute programs; assist in the seating of participants; and provide general information regarding programs, the Morgan, and its mission.

Many volunteer positions and shifts are available, and there is always something to fit everyone's interests.

Qualifications

• An interest in museum settings
• Strong communication skills
• An ability to relate to a variety of audiences
• An ability to work as part of a team
• An ability to stand for long periods

To apply:
Interested applicants should use the following link to e-mail a cover letter and resume to Human Resources: