Many rewarding and satisfying volunteer opportunities exist at Discovery Center. Our volunteers make a difference in the community and enjoy many Museum benefits. Learn about opportunities for teens, adults, home-schooled youth, corporations and college interns. Volunteers assist with visitor services, marketing, program presentation, exhibit maintenance and much more.

Examples of volunteer programs include:

Youth Experiencing Science

For youth, Discovery Center offers the Youth Experiencing Science (YES) program. This program provides opportunities for children ages 12-17 to assist with event activities and interact with museum visitors. Hours are flexible to meet the needs of busy families! For more information on the YES program, contact YES Coordinator at 963-6769 or email info@discoverycentermuseum.org.

Discovery Corps Auxiliary

Our Discovery Corps auxiliary offers creative and fulfilling volunteer opportunities for adults. Become a partner in our annual fund-raising events and educational programs and help support the museum's educational work in the community. You can contribute just a few hours a year or many hours every month. Your work on the auxiliary will help provide important educational programs and learning opportunities for thousands of children every year.

For more information on the Discovery Corps, contact Development Director Brook Pankratz at (815) 972-2834 or email brookp@discoverycentermuseum.org.

Monday Morning Crew

If you are mechanically inclined, this group is for you! This group of retired men meet each week to help with exhibit repair and maintenance. If Mondays are good for you, we'd be glad for your help any day of the week! Contact Exhibits Director Bruce Quast for more information at 972-2833 or email bruceq@discoverycentermuseum.org.