Volunteer Opportunities

The Partner Program at the Discovery Center offers a unique opportunity to participate in and support the Museum's creative and educational exhibits and programs. Many of our volunteer opportunities are for one-time events, while others require ongoing commitment. The Museum's partner program has the flexibility to match its needs with your schedule, skills, and interests.

Our Partner Opportunities include

• Exhibit Facilitator: Encourage visitors to explore and discover. Ask and answer questions and become involved in interacting with all exhibit components.
• Office Assistant: Assist with "behind the scenes" work by providing your expertise and skills in many administrative areas.
• Exhibits/Building Maintenance: Lend a hand by performing general maintenance on the building or exhibits.
• Special Events: DCS hosts many fund raisers and other special events throughout the year. Volunteers help staff with planning, preparation, and overall visitor fun on the big day.
• Community Outreach - DCS is involved in many community events. Join us as we take our hands-on approach to learning on the road.
• Group Involvement - DCS occasionally plans work days for groups of people who are interested in helping out. Contact us to be put on the list for recycling delivery, traveling exhibit set up, landscaping, and more.
• Dynamic Duo/Franklin Cart Demos - Spend time volunteering as a family! Kids 8–14 can volunteer with their parents as museum docents or can participate in the state-of-the-art Franklin Cart science demonstrations.

If you are interested in volunteering at the Discovery Center, please contact Angela Ward, Volunteer Coordinator, at 417-862-9910 ext. 712, or fill out our inquiry form.