Overview

The DIA’s Volunteer Council is a group of more than 700 individuals who donate their time to provide a great experience for museum visitors and to extend the DIA’s presence in the community. Volunteers talk about the DIA’s outstanding collection to school children in their classrooms, guide tour groups in the museum, serve as gallery hosts, staff the information desks, assist in the museum shop, lecture on the collection to adult groups in the community, serve as ushers at the DFT and help the museum staff with tasks ranging from stuffing envelopes to specialized placement in one of the museum’s departments. Each of the eight Service Committees serves as a “home base” for volunteers within the larger structure of the Volunteer Council.

You can belong to more than one service committee and will receive training for your specific duties. Each of the committees has different requirements, but the “basics” apply to everyone: DIA membership, a desire to work in an art environment, and enthusiasm! Joining our volunteer family is simple, begin by reviewing the committee descriptions and requirements. Then fill out the online form to indicate the committees that appeal to you. If you prefer, the information can be mailed to you. After processing your information, we will send you an invitation to an orientation session.

Flexible schedules are available on weekdays, weekends and Friday evenings. To learn more, contact the Volunteer Services Department at 313.494.5221.