Learn. Inspire. Connect.
Are you passionate about natural and cultural history? Want to share your enthusiasm with others? Volunteering at the museum is a great way for lifelong learners to make new friends and share their passion for science and history. From leading exhibit tours to helping with children's events, the museum offers a variety of fun ways to get involved.
VOLUNTEERING IN OUR PUBLIC PROGRAMS DIVISION
We are not currently recruiting volunteers and will not be holding a volunteer training this spring. Please stay tuned for information on future recruitments.
Trainings for Public Programs volunteers are offered once to twice a year and are required for all new volunteers. If your volunteer application is accepted during the recruitment period, you'll be invited to register for a training. The entire training series costs $40 and includes a one-year individual membership to the museum (a $40 value) plus materials and supplies. All sessions are held at the museum.
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Exhibit hall interpreters provide the personalized experiences and perspectives that make museum trips memorable and meaningful for our visitors.
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Educational program instructors inspire curiosity and critical thinking about Oregon's past and present and lead hands-on activities for K-12 classes and community members.
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Visitor Services volunteers help with special events, share information about membership, and greet visitors.
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Museum store associates staff our unique gift shop and assist guests with purchases.
BENEFITS
Aside from making a difference in our community and making new friends, volunteering at the MNCH comes with a variety of great rewards, including:
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A certificate in museum interpretation, following completion of the volunteer training series
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Additional trainings to further your education
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Free one-year membership to the museum, with upgrade options
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Parking permit for use in our first-come, first-served parking lot during volunteer shifts
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Invitations to special museum events
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Job references
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10 percent off museum store purchases
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Invitation to our annual volunteer appreciation luncheon
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Quarterly volunteer meet-ups
Questions? Contact the museum's volunteer coordinator at mnchvolunteers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-3024.
VOLUNTEERING IN OUR COLLECTIONS OR RESEARCH DIVISIONS
Contact the divisions directly for more information.
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Anthropological Collections: Contact Pamela Endzweig, Anthropological Collections director, at 541-346-5120 or endzweig@uoregon.edu.
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Paleontological Collections and Research: Contact Edward Davis, Condon Collection manager and curator of paleontology, at 541-346-3461 or edavis@uoregon.edu.
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Archaeological Research: Contact Tom Connolly, Archaeological Research director, at 541-346-3031 or connolly@uoregon.edu.
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