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Published 11/7/25 9:59AM

Volunteer Docent

Museum of Costume Jewelry
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Asheville, NC
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Start Date:
    January 1, 2026
    Available Times:
    Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    Volunteers create their schedule with leadership, looking to volunteer for one 4-hour shift per month.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Arts & Music, Education
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Volunteer Docent

    Volunteer Docents support the experience of our visitors at the Museum of Costume Jewelry, the first museum with this focus in the country. Volunteers welcome patrons, provide an overview of the available exhibits and special features, and share exciting and easy to understand information about the Museum’s collection, celebrating 100 years of glamour & craftsmanship. Volunteer Docents enjoy connecting with others and making a tangible impact for this important nonprofit mission.

    Volunteer Docent Position Description:

    https://museumofcostumejewelry.com/s/Museum-Volunteer-DOCENT-Position1.pdf

    Volunteer Docent Application:

    https://forms.gle/73pt32kJWWSjKiAD7

    Location

    On-site

    Asheville, North Carolina

    60 Haywood St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Our Volunteer Forms and Application can be found on our website: museumeofcostumejewelry.com

    Please see our Volunteer Docent Position Description:

    https://museumofcostumejewelry.com/s/Museum-Volunteer-DOCENT-Position-sxnf.pdf

    Please review and complete your Volunteer Application:

    https://forms.gle/73pt32kJWWSjKiAD7

    We look forward to your reply. We are always available and eager to answer any questions and provide any assistance.

    Thanks.

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