Volunteer museum docents for Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Victory Center are currently needed seven day a week for the following shifts - 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. or 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. or 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Docents are responsible for:
- Leading outdoor orientation tours
- Assisting visitors and leading interactive activities in the special exhibit galleries; answering questions, and engaging visitors in the permanent museum gallery exhibits.
- Museum docents may also lead gallery tours or share exciting historical and museum information with visitors while manning an indoor hands-on learning station.
The Foundation offers a comprehensive staff training program that includes lectures, tours, demonstrations, and skills training that amply equip volunteer docents for any role they choose. In return for donating their time, the Foundation's core volunteers receive complementary admission to Jamestown Settlement and the Yorktown Victory Center for themselves and their family; 20% discount at the Foundation's museum gift shops; 50% discount at the Jamestown Settlement Cafe, and other benefits. For information about the docent program or other volunteer opportunities, call 757-253-4034
