Volunteer at the Washington Pavilion!

Current Volunteer Opportunities

We have a variety of opportunities to choose from depending on your interests and availability. We are currently seeking to fill the following volunteer positions:

Visual Arts Center Receptionist

Greet visitors and assist with simple clerical duties. Substitutes and every other Tuesday or Wednesday shifts from 12:30 - 3:30 pm are available.

Visual Arts Center Docent or Tour Guide

Make art come alive for school groups by providing tours of the exhibits. Training is provided and an art background is not necessary. Many of our volunteers are former teachers. Shifts are primarily September - May, 1 - 2 times per month.

Lobby Greeter

Be the first to welcome visitors to the Pavilion. Provide information about what to do and show the Great Hall. Mondays and substitute positions available.

Kirby Science Discovery Center

Volunteers help ensure that children find success in the Science Center as they learn how to interact with our exhibits. It’s easy for a child to become discouraged if they can’t operate the Mar’s Rover, master the climbing wall or complete a wheelchair race. That’s where you come in! You can help ensure that children leave the Science Center encouraged and confident, and help them grasp how science is a part of their daily lives. A science background is not necessary - training is provided.

Monday - Friday, Flexible Shifts

We provide you dates and times of school group visits and you choose what works for you. Approximately 2 - 3 hour shifts February - May.

Saturday or Sunday, 1 - 4 pm
We provide flexibility to accomodate school and family obligations.

For information on any of these volunteer projects, please contact Ruth Atkins, volunteer coordinator, at (605) 367-7397, ext. 2375, or by e-mail.

Washington Pavilion's Volunteer Program

In general, Washington Pavilion volunteers fall into one of these classifications:

Sustaining Volunteers

Sustaining volunteers are those who consistently volunteer a minimum of three to 15 hours a month. Volunteers must agree to a minimum six-month commitment, provide references and attend the Washington Pavilion's orientation and on-the-job training.

Benefits

Sustaining volunteers are eligible for that include free parking, passes to the Wells Fargo CineDome and Kirby Science Discovery Center, discounts for classes and discounts in Leonardo's Cafe and the Discovery Store gift shop. Volunteer activities may take place in, but are not limited to, the following areas:

Positions

Visual Arts Center - Docent or Tour Guide - Showcase the artwork to visitors one-on-one or to group tours. Art background not necessary.

Greeter– welcome visitors and give information on Pavilion activities

Kirby Science Discovery Center - Show visitors (adults and children) how to interact with exhibits, take tickets and usher in the CineDome theater.

Husby Performing Arts Center - Usher for performances and events. Interviews take place in July for the Sept. - May Husby Series

Event Volunteers

Volunteer for one or two special events a year doing a variety of activities like working at a pop booth at the Sidewalk Arts Festival, assisting children with arts and crafts at Spooky Science night or greeting at the Wellness Festival. Event volunteer projects usually involve interaction with children.

Summer Youth Program

Volunteers ages 12 and older assist younger children (ages 3-11) at our week-long summer camps and classes. Shifts are 3 - 4 hours with a morning or afternoon shift. Volunteers are asked to commit to the entire week of class. Apply between April 15 and May 15. Youth volunteers gain valuable experience in the work place and can even receive a letter of recommendation

Volunteer at the Washington Pavilion! Current Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer at the Washington Pavilion!

Current Volunteer Opportunities