Volunteer
Discover a variety of opportunities to volunteer at the museum, from giving tours to assisting behind-the-scenes.
Join the Volunteer Team!
*** Please note: Volunteer application processing is currently paused, but will return soon. Thank you for your interest in our volunteer program. ***
Volunteer teachers, known as docents, are needed to conduct tours of the South Carolina State Museum for school groups and the general public. Docents must be be 18 years-old or older and available to conduct tours at least one weekday morning a month.
Volunteers are also needed in other areas of the museum, such as administrative assistance, museum store helpers and more.
Volunteers enjoy:
- Flexible schedules
- Free training opportunities
- Free museum general admission
- Discounts at the Cotton Mill Exchange.
Give back to your community this year by becoming a volunteer!