One of the most valuable gifts we can receive is your time. There are a range of ways to volunteer from once a week to regular two hour slots to one offs like helping with events.
If you are new to museums but curious to learn more you can download our book Citizen Curators: A Guide to Museums and Collections for Beginners. Its free, easy to follow and shares how museums work and their fundamental principles and ethics.
Volunteering Opportunities:
- Shop and reception to welcome visitors
- Operations including cleaning, gardening, maintenance and repairs
- Learning including supporting school visits, events and activities
- Collections and research
Volunteering Benefits:
- 10% discount in the shop
- Supporters e-newsletter
- Meeting new people
- Monthly volunteer get-togethers
- Invite to a Tea-Party in the museum on Flora Day
- Developing your skills
If you are interested in volunteering please email info@museumofcornishlife.co.uk