Volunteer Opportunities at FMoPA

Front Desk, Outreach, and Installation

Beyond our specials events, volunteers can sign up for regular Front Desk shifts, where you will greet guests, process admissions using Square, and provide brief explanations of current exhibitions. If you prefer community engagement, our Outreach team represents the museum at tabling events to draw in new visitors. For those who want to see the behind-the-scenes process, Install and De-install volunteers assist the curator with setting up new shows. Please note that volunteers are not permitted to handle art unless they have completed the FMoPA Art Handling Guide and passed the accompanying quiz.

Expectations and Dress Code

To maintain a polished, uniform appearance and ensure the art remains the primary focus, we ask that all Front Desk and Event volunteers dress professionally and in all black. Please avoid low-cut tops, shorts, or exposed garments; since the museum can be cold, a black sweater is recommended. During your shift, personal devices and food should be kept in the back offices to keep the front desk clear. All volunteers must wear a pin during their shift and sign in and out using the log book located in the office.

Volunteer Benefits

Our volunteers and docents are extremely important to us, and we offer several benefits as a token of our appreciation. All volunteers receive free entry to the museum and evening events, as well as documented logs for community service. Frequent volunteers can earn additional rewards: an FMoPA T-shirt after 5 shifts, a personalized name badge after 10 shifts, and a NARM/SERM Reciprocal Membership after 50 hours of service. We also host free professional development events, such as headshot sessions and art handling training courses.