| DOCENT,
from Latin docére, to teach. A lecturer
or tour guide in a museum or cathedral.
The
Docent’s role is one of teacher, interpreter,
and guide. Docents are the “voice”
of The Mariners’ Museum to the visiting
public. Docents interpret the artifacts, thus
providing the visitor with a greater understanding
and appreciation of the Museum’s collections
and exhibits. |
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VOLUNTEER,
from Latin voluntárius, doing something
of one’s own accord. A person who performs
or offers to perform a service voluntarily.
Support volunteers work behind the scenes in
all aspects of the Museum’s daily activities
– from research to marketing and everything
in between. |
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List
of support volunteer positions |
To learn more about becoming a docent or volunteer, contact the Manager
of Education and Volunteer Activities at The Mariners’
Museum, (757) 591-7747 or volunteers@mariner.org.
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Internships
High school through post-graduate
school students interested in gaining knowledge
in the field of maritime history, museum collections,
education, or other aspects of the maritime or
museum worlds are invited to inquire about internships
at The Mariners’ Museum. We offer both paid
and un-paid internships providing the opportunity
for students to expand their knowledge in a museum
setting and gain practical experience for entering
the history or museum job market. For more information,
email volunteers@mariner.org or contact your guidance office or college career
employment office. |
