Thank you for you interest in becoming a volunteer!

The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum would not be the success it is today without the generous commitment of our dedicated volunteers. Over the past year nearly 300 volunteers logged over 17,100 hours. These hours are the equivalent of having 8 full-time staff members! This dedicated group of people put their heart into all different facets of Museum operation.

Current volunteers can visit our Volunteer Zone for online versions of the current newsletter, revised volunteer handbook, and a listing of immediate volunteer needs.

Opportunities
There are a variety of ways to volunteer your time at the Museum.

• Support and Administrative Volunteers
• Special Events Volunteers
• Curatorial Volunteers
• Education Volunteers
• Facilities Management Volunteers
• Model Boat Volunteers
• Boat Yard Volunteers
• Student / Service Learning Volunteers

For more information on volunteer positions at the museum please see our volunteer opportunities page.

Training
All volunteers undergo a personalized orientation session. Ongoing training occurs throughout the year with curatorial overviews of new exhibitions, enrichment trips that are mission related, and miscellaneous programs.

Commitment
Volunteers are an integral part of the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum's daily operations. In fact, the Museum began as a volunteer organization, and through these efforts the Museum continues to grow.

Participation in the Volunteer Program involves a commitment of time and interest. Volunteers commit to serving two shifts per month; each shift is four hours, depending on assignment, in addition to participating in training opportunities.

Benefits
Volunteers play an essential role in the mission of the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum and we are grateful for the time you give. In recognition of the commitment you have made to your volunteer assignment, the Museum offers the following benefits to members of the Volunteers' Association.

• Discounts in Museum Store
• Volunteer Newsletter
• Library Privileges
• Training
• Volunteer Recognition Reception

How to apply
Download a volunteer application and return the completed application to the Volunteer Administrator at address below.

After reviewing your application we will invite you to the museum for an interview. At that time we will be able to learn more about your interests and begin working to place you in a position that will be fulfilling to you and beneficial to the museum.

Thank you again for your interest.

For more information on volunteering at the museum please see our volunteer opportunities page or contact:

Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Attn: Melissa Spielman, Volunteer Administrator
P.O. Box 636 St. Michaels, MD 21663
410-745-2916 x 252
mspielman@cbmm.org

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