Museum Docent
About the Organization
In 1915 Mrs. Annie E. Woodman bequeathed the sum of one hundred thousand dollars for the creation of an institution in Dover to promote the study of local area history, natural history, and the arts.
In 1916 the trustees of the Woodman opened a three-building campus — having acquired the homes of Charles Woodman and John Parker Hale as well as an original 1675 garrison. In 2006 the Keefe House was added and now houses the Seacoast area’s newest art gallery. Today the museum houses one of the finest exhibits of local and natural history displayed in New Hampshire.
Our Mission Statement: “Engage minds. Ignite curiosity. Provoke thought. Educate, excite, and inspire current and future generations about Dover, New Hampshire’s role in a changing nation by preserving and exhibiting objects of historic significance, decorative and fine art, and natural science that connect Dover and its citizens to local, national, and world events.”
About the Job
Docents help with programs for groups and visitors, museum rentals, events, the museum store and much more. Docents receive extensive paid training in informal education, customer service and basic instruction in the multitude of art, history, and natural science topics covered at the Woodman Museum.
Responsibilities
- Greet visitors in Museum.
- Provide high quality customer service to visitors.
- Perform regular tours of the museum for guests of various sizes and age demographics (general tours, school field trips, etc.)
- Assist in the Gift Shop as needed.
- Assist at Museum Public Events.
- Assist with other museum operations as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Enthusiasm for public history and education
- Friendly
- Enjoy working with people.
- Willingness to learn.
- Ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences.
- Weekend availability.
- Ability to work some evenings.
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of art, history, and/or natural science topics
- Demonstrated public speaking skills.
- Experience and ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
- Interest in museums and education
- Customer service experience
Part-time, 14 hours per week.
Available as a work study or non-work study position.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to Michael Day, Operations Director, at: operations@woodmanmuseum.com