Volunteer Opportunities

The Mariners' Museum offers volunteer opportunities in key roles such as museum tour guides, artifact conservation, collections management, library research and landscaping, as well as a host of other services that support the museum's programs. Join The Mariners' Museum volunteer corps and start reeling in the benefits that can be yours while supporting one of the nations leading maritime museums and on of our region's greatest treasures.

DOCENT, from Latin docére, to teach. A lecturer or tour guide in a museum or cathedral.

The Docent’s role is one of teacher, interpreter, and guide. Docents are the “voice” of The Mariners’ Museum to the visiting public. Docents interpret the artifacts, thus providing the visitor with a greater understanding and appreciation of the Museum’s collections and exhibits.

VOLUNTEER, from Latin voluntárius, doing something of one’s own accord. A person who performs or offers to perform a service voluntarily.

Support volunteers work behind the scenes in all aspects of the Museum’s daily activities—from research to marketing and everything in between.

List of support volunteer positions

Volunteer Opportunities
Concert Series Volunteer Opportunity

Internships

High school through post-graduate school students interested in gaining knowledge in the field of maritime history, museum collections, education, or other aspects of the maritime or museum worlds are invited to inquire about internships at The Mariners’ Museum. We offer both paid and un-paid internships providing the opportunity for students to expand their knowledge in a museum setting and gain practical experience for entering the history or museum job market. For more information, email volunteer@MarinersMuseum.org or contact your guidance office or college career employment office.

Docent / Volunteer / Internship Application Form

Benefits

Members of the Docent and Volunteer Corps are extended awards, benefits, and discounts as expressions of appreciation for their service to the Museum and as a means of supporting their ongoing education. View this year's Docent and Volunteer Appreciation Ceremony and Reception for Achievement.

Discounts

A 20% discount at The Museum Shop
Free admission to the Museum
Free or reduced rates for educational programs and lectures
Free subscription to the Mariners' Museum calendar of events

Training

Educational training sessions
Opportunities for on-site studies and field trips to promote and enhance knowledge in various maritime subjects at minimum or no cost

To learn more about becoming a docent or volunteer, contact the Manager of Educational and Volunteer Activities at The Mariners’ Museum, (757) 591-7747 or volunteer@MarinersMuseum.org.