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BECOME A VOLUNTEER
Forms
Click HERE to download our volunteer form to complete. You may mail it back to us at Cave Creek Museum, P.O. Box 1, Cave Creek, AZ 85327, or fax it to us at 480-595-0838.
Volunteers are the Lifeline of the Cave Creek Museum
In addition to the personal satisfaction of contributing to a vital
community treasure, you can look forward to many benefits from your
gift of time, such as:
• Meeting new friends
• Knowledge of area’s pre-history and history|
• Luncheons and programs
• 10% off Museum Store purchases
• Pre-public notice of special events and programs
• Greeting visitors to the Desert Foothills and some folks who have been here awhile
• Professional development workshops and volunteer training/orientation
• And, of course, our deep appreciation for your important contribution of time!
Volunteer Opportunities
Collections Management:
Assist the Collections Manager with cataloging existing and new
collections. Use of conservation/preservation applications to
collections objects and advising/assisting Exhibits Chair on exhibits
planning. Computer data entry may be part of duties.
Exhibits:
Work with Exhibit Chair and Collections Manager to help design and
maintain the permanent and temporary exhibits in the Archaeology Wing,
Pioneer Wing and center exhibit area.
Fundraising: Work with Fundraising Chair to develop and participate in fundraising events for the Museum.
Hospitality:
Work with Hospitality Chair to help with social events of the
Museum. Involves setting-up tables, meals, serving, clean up; may
also involve cooking and baking for special events.
Maintenance:
Assist
Building
and Grounds Chair in light maintenance of building and property.
May include changing light bulbs, calling workmen for repairs, moving
exhibits, setting up tables and chairs for events, etc.
Newsletter: Create format, collect information, research and write articles for monthly and special newsletters.
Public Relations:
Write newspaper articles and create flyers regarding programs,
exhibits, special features and events surrounding Museum activities.
Membership: Assist
the Membership Chair in obtaining new members; help maintain membership
database and other activities associated with membership.
Office Assistants: Help with office activities such as answering phones and inquires, copying, collating and folding newsletters, typing, etc.
Research Library: Assist Research Librarian in cataloging, research, etc.
Special Events/Programs: Assist Chair of Special Events programs and participates in certain aspects of events. Events include: Holiday Dinner Dance, Saturday Educational Programs, etc.
Marketing:
Assist with marketing activities of the museum. This may include
meetings to determine marketing strategies and events to carry these
strategies out.
Visitor Services
Docent:
Attend orientation to become docent (one who disseminates
information). Volunteer to be at Museum during business
hours to assist visitors. Work with Docent Chair for scheduling.
Museum Store Assistant:
Be at the Museum during business hours to assist visitors in purchasing
items at the store. Requires use of cash register, knowledge of
items, and locating additional inventory.
Children and Adult Tours: Work with respective Tour Chairs to assist with group tours of the museum. Requires docent training.
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