Get Involved

Would you like to get involved as a volunteer with the best cultural organization in Western Massachusetts?

The Springfield Museums and the Dr. Seuss Sculpture Garden have volunteer opportunities available throughout the year in the following departments: Membership and Marketing, Education, Special Events, Programming, and Curatorial. General office help may include phones, mailings and database management and requires a minimum commitment of four hours per week.

For more information and to receive an application please contact our Volunteer Coordinator: email volunteers@springfieldmuseums.org or call 413.263.6800, ext. 378.

Docent Program

The Museums actively search for volunteers who would like to learn more about art, history, or science and who would also enjoy leading Museum tours and programs for children and adults. No experience is necessary. We offer an extensive training program in the discipline of your choice. Active docents receive numerous privileges and educational opportunities including:

• Free college level training program in art or science
• Discounts on Museum School courses
• Museum Store discounts
• Docent newsletters
• Free admission to Museums a la Carte programs
• Invitations to docent social events including docent picnic, holiday luncheon, bus trips, and graduation/recognition events
• In-depth, ongoing training led by curators, scholars, and museum educators

Art Docent Program

Applications for the 2007-2008 art docent class are being accepted at this time. For more information or to request an application, please call 413.263.6800, ext 323 or email docents@springfieldmuseums.org. Applications can also be downloaded here.

Science Docent Program

The Springfield Science Museum's docent training focuses on the museum exhibit halls and how they connect to the Massachusetts Science & Technology / Engineering Curriculum Framework. New docents interested in leading guided tours for school children will be trained by the museums in a course that meets once a week for 12 weeks. No science background is required. For more information or to request an application, please call 413.263.6800, ext 331. Applications can also be downloaded here.