Do you like anthropology (the study of human experiences across time and cultures) and sharing your interest with others?
Do you like working with the public and opening their minds and hearts through engaging educational programming?
Then consider volunteering as a docent for the Maxwell Museum of Anthropology!
Docents are at the heart of The Maxwell's educational offerings, serving K-12 students and the general public. Docents bring museum programs to K-12 classrooms and lead exhibition tours for all ages.
Click here to complete the brief Docent Application!
Continually learning and growing, being open to new and evolving ideas, these are all part of being a Maxwell Docent. The museum offers educational opportunities throughout the year.
Docents gather, practice, discuss, learn, and have fun!
Teachers, students, and the public love and appreciate you! In addition, docents are vital and cherished members of the museum team and receive:
For more information on the Docent Program, as well as other volunteer opportunities in education, please contact:
Curator of Education, Erica Davis, at 505-277-2924 or maxeducation@unm.edu.
Click here to complete the brief Docent Application!