Danforth Docents
Docents are dedicated volunteers who serve as tour guides. They help their audience interpret the art they see by asking questions and presenting relevant factual information. By making the Museum a comfortable and interactive environment for visitors young and old, they provide an invaluable service to the Museum and to the community.
Become a Docent!
Danforth Museum docent discussing work of art
If you are interested in art, like working with people, and can commit to attending Wednesday morning meetings, consider becoming a Danforth Docent. Docents make a commitment to lead or assist in at least 10 group programs during the school year. Whether a group wants a fact-based lecture, or an interactive discussion, docents provide a fun and educational experience. All docents must be Danforth Museum of Art members.
An art background is not necessary. Docents receive in-gallery training on the elements of art, the Danforth Museum's permanent collection, and curriculum-based programs for children. There are plenty of opportunities to observe and work as part of a team until trainees are confident as well as competent to work on their own. Docents participate in research and ongoing continuing education, with lectures by museum staff, artists, historians and curators. Docents also make trips to other museums.
Docent training begins in mid-September. If you wish to become a docent in 2008 please call the Museum Education Department (508.620.0050 x23) for an application.
Volunteer Open House,
Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Call ahead or just drop in! For more information contact Julia Brucker at 508.620.0050 x23 or jbrucker @ danforthmuseum.org.
Jack Levine with Danforth Docents
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