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Published 11/3/25 9:57AM

Volunteer Carpentry Specialist

Kohl Children's Museum of Greater Chicago
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Glenview, IL
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Commitment Details:
    Any shift time of 2-3 hours , during Monday - Friday
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    3
    Cause Areas:
    Arts & Music, Education, Volunteering
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    14+
    Other Requirements:
    Background Check and Parental Consent for 14-17 years old.

    Description

    Where: Kohl Children's Museum (most time spent in our workshop)

    When: any Monday - Friday days

    Time: any 2- 3 hour shift (between 9 AM - 5 PM )

    What: the volunteer role is a Carpentry Specialist - who will assist our Director of Exhibits in the deep restoration of all museum exhibits. As a volunteer you will focus on restoring all wooden components, including chairs, shelves, trim, cabinets, and countertops. Most work will be conducted in our back workshop, though some work will be done on the Museum floor during open hours.

    Requirements:

    • Good carpentry skills, and basic furniture assembly, sanding techniques, and applications of wood finishes.

    Training will be provided on these roles.

    Location

    On-site
    Kohl Children's Museum, 2100 Patriot Blvd, Glenview, Illinois, US
    2100 Patriot Blvd

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