Volunteer

Thank you for considering volunteering at The Bakken Museum.  The museum inspires discovery and creativity in thousands of people each year.  This could not be done without the support of numerous volunteers who generously provide their time and resources.

The Bakken offers volunteer opportunities for people of all ages, with or without a science background.  The museum provides flexible scheduling (days, evenings, weekends), a friendly staff and an excellent working environment.

Volunteer Benefits

  • One complimentary Bakken Museum individual membership including  free museum admission.*
  • Free or reduced price general admission to nearly 300 participating Association of Science-Technology Center (ASTC) Travel Passport program participants in the U.S. and abroad.**
  • Invitation to a Behind-the-Scenes tour.
  • Invitations and free admission for you and a guest to special events, exhibit openings and more.
  • Discounts on kids’ educational programs.
  • Discounts on purchases in the Museum Store.
  • Free subscription to monthly Bakken Electric e-newsletter.

Volunteer Opportunities

  • Special Event Assistant - Assist in the set-up and coordination of activities for special events, exhibit openings and more.
  • Museum Tour Guide - Provide guided tours of the museum’s exhibits for students, families and adult groups.
  • Invention Programs Mentor - Mentor students as they dream up and create their own inventions in The Bakken’s workshop.
  • Gallery Specialist - Engage visitors in exploring the museum’s hands-on exhibits by providing historical perspectives and demonstrating activities designed to enhance the experience.

For a complete listing of volunteer opportunities at The Bakken Museum, click here and log in or register, select the ´Search´ tab at the top of the page and then enter ´The Bakken Museum´ in the ´Find a Place to Volunteer´ field.

Volunteer application

*Volunteers must meet commitment requirements to receive and maintain membership status.
**Admission subject to ASTC Travel Passport program guidelines.

 

Upcoming Events

Aug 2, 2010 - Summer Science Day Camp Session 7
August 2-6 - Girls & Boys Entering Grades 4th, 5th & 6th This week....
Aug 9, 2010 - Summer Science Day Camp Session 8
August 9-13 - Girls & Boys Entering Grades 4th, 5th & 6th This wee....
Aug 16, 2010 - Summer Science Day Camp Session 9
August 16-20 - Girls & Boys Entering Grades 7th, 8th & 9th This we....
Sep 25, 2010 - Inventors' Club Fall Session
Become a Bakken Museum Inventors' Club members and design and build yo....
Nov 25, 2010 - Museum Closed
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