Art + Flight Zone Volunteer

Visitor Services Department


The Art + Flight Zone is our special exhibition-themed Flight Zone, an area where children of all abilities can learn about art through play. There will be a number of art and flight related interactives including Museum collections art magnet boards and an art making station. The Art + Flight Zone is located adjacent to the Side Gallery and will have something for kids of all ages!


The Art + Flight Zone Volunteer will work in the Art + Flight Zone, assist visitors with interactives, keep the area clean and organized, and answer visitor questions about space and aviation related topics. 


Duties:

  • Answer visitor questions about space and aviation related topics
  • Resupply the craft table
  • Keep the area clean and organized
  • Ensure that visitors are using interactives as attended
  • Provide welcoming, helpful, and friendly service to all visitors


Knowledge and Skills:

  • Energetic, outgoing, and friendly individuals with an enthusiasm and interest in the Museum
  • Must be comfortable working around children of all ages
  • Ability to succeed in a crowded, noisy atmosphere
  • Must be able to stand and/or walk for at least four hours at a time
  • Skilled with interacting with the public, retaining a courteous manner at all times 
  • Speak fluent English; fluency in other languages is a plus 
  • Maintain a neat personal appearance and adhere to the preferred dress code 
  • Volunteer must be 15 years of age or older


Training:

Onsite training on the Art + Flight exhibition and related interactives will be provided.


Expected Commitment:

The Museum is open seven days a week, 10am to 5pm, except for the first Thursday of the month when The Museum is open until 9pm. Shifts available are 10:00am to 1:30pm and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, with a special shift on Free First Thursdays from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. Art + Flight Zone volunteers are desired to volunteer a minimum of two shifts a month from June 10 through Jan 7, 2024  (weekends only in Fall and Winter)

 

To apply, please email volunteers@museumofflight.org