“The larger world becomes a smaller world, a neighborhood, when you volunteer. The Mint Museums offer that experience, the rewards of working with a wonderfully professional staff, a challenging educational opportunity, and just a lot of plain ol’ fun!” - Gwen Bland “Over the years I have moved 18 times, so I have been involved with museums all over the world. It’s a great way for me to connect with the community and people that I enjoy. Because we have done a lot of traveling I enjoy the different cultures of the world. You get a wonderful art education not only with the art on the walls, but with the people you meet. By understanding people you enhance your imagination. A painting or a sculpture takes me to a place that I have been and it’s a lot of fun.” - Lyn Mack

Volunteering at The Mint Museums is a terrific way to spend your time, use your special talents and skills and give back to the community. By becoming a Mint Museums volunteer you can learn about visual art, socialize, make new friends and keep abreast of happenings within Charlotte’s cultural community. Join The Mint Museums family and you’ll be opening doors to the world by helping our visitors Experience Art!

Each year thousands of volunteers help The Mint Museums by volunteering as docent tour guides, participating in the intern program, or by assisting with a variety of activities planned by the Museums’ affiliates and community partners.

Docents

The Mint Museums’ Docents, volunteer members of the Education Department, lead tours and programs and devote time and expertise to help visitors understand and enjoy works of art in the Museums’ collections and special exhibitions. A thorough training program prepares docents with teaching skills and helps develop their knowledge of aesthetics and the history of art. The Docents look for people who have the ability to communicate effectively with a group, an interest in art, and a warm and friendly attitude. Dues are $10 for Active Docents. To volunteer as a docent, click here or contact the Education Department at 704-337-2032 or docents@themintmuseums.org.

Interns

The Mint Museums’ Internship Program is an opportunity for area college students to gain valuable career insight into the workings of a museum. Internships are available at both museum locations and in such departments as Education, Curatorial, Registrar, Marketing, Public Relations and Graphic Design. Internships are available year round and open to any college level student. To apply for an internship , please contact the Education Department at interns@themintmuseums.org or 704-337-2032.

Museum Affiliates

The affiliate groups of The Mint Museums provide members with additional opportunities to become involved in the Museums through volunteering, educational and social events. Each organization presents unique insights into the Museum and the Arts.
For more information on participating as a member of one of The Mint Museums’ Affiliate groups, click here.