Channel Islands Maritime Museum is Recruiting New Volunteers

OXNARD — Channel Islands Maritime Museum is recruiting new volunteers.

Our volunteers are the backbone of the Museum. We couldn’t run without them. As a volunteer there are dozens of different ways to contribute your time.

  • Conduct tours for visitors
  • Staff the front desk and gift shop
  • Assist with the school education programs
  • Host various events
  • Work behind the scenes to keep the museum running smoothly.

In return you can enjoy the company of an active and fun group of volunteers.

  • Meet people from around the world.
  • Learn about maritime art and history in a small classroom setting.
  • Enhance the museum going experience for the visitors
  • Attend Museum events free of charge.

You can become a volunteer by taking the eight week course stating on Monday March 6, 2017 and continuing every Monday until April 24, 2017.

  • The class is from 10:00 am until 12:00 You will become acquainted with the purpose, organization and objectives of the Museum, as well as with its’ outstanding collection.
  • Becoming a member (annual membership starts at $35) is required
  • You need access to the internet and an email address.
  • You are expected to volunteer 6 hours a month after training.

For more information or to sign up e mail Linda Cody lcody@cimmvc.orgall Linda Cody at 805-984-6260 or visit http://www.cimmvc.org.Deadline to sign up is February 24, 2017.