MORE THAN 200 VOLUNTEERS assist us annually on tasks ranging from fundraising events, mailings, distribution of promotional materials, cataloging and archiving,  gallery preparation and exhibition tours. The Whatcom Museum is very grateful to all those who donate their time and talent to our organization. Care to join the fun? If you are interested in the Museum’s Volunteer Program, see our guidelines and opportunities below, then call 778-8939 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

 Volunteer Guidelines:

• Register as a volunteer (includes a state-mandated background check)
• Abide by the policies and procedures of the Museum
• Attend a one-time, volunteer-orientation session
• Record all of your volunteer hours
• Establish a regular schedule with the head of the department with which you will be volunteering
• Collaborate with staff and other volunteers

MUSEUM DOCENTS
If you love art, researching art and historical topics and interacting with the public, or would like to develop these skills to lead engaging, interactive gallery tours, you should explore becoming a docent. The initial training involves 12 classes that meet weekly for 2 ½ hours. Museum Docents make a 12-month commitment to lead gallery tours to enhance our visitors’ museum experience. If you are interested in learning more about the Docent program, please call Docent Educator Marilyn Burns at 360-778-8938.

WHATCOM MUSEUM GUILD
Founded in 1968, the Whatcom Museum Guild is a social and fundraising group whose purpose is to raise money to help underwrite museum operation costs and provide enriching public programs for museum members. A standing committee of the Whatcom Museum Foundation, the Guild hosts museum openings and monthly programs, organizes fundraising and special events, as well as contributing countless volunteer hours in support of the museum staff.

Monthly meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month, September through June and start at 9:30 AM with coffee and tea, followed by a program at 10 AM. Please check our calendar for current programs.