OXNARD — A new docent class at Channel Islands Maritime Museum begins Sept. 12. Our volunteers are the backbone of the Museum. 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 September 12, 2016 and continuing every Monday until October 31, 2016
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.
You must become a member; annual membership starts at $35
You must have a computer and access to the internet.
For more information or to sign up contact: Linda Cody at 805.984.6260 or Email: linda.cody@adelphia.net
The Channel Islands Maritime Museum is open daily from 11-5 pm. Located in Oxnard’s Channel Islands Harbor at 3900 Bluefin Circle. Explore galleries full of rare and beautiful maritime paintings dating back to the 1600’s, more than sixty world-class models of historic ships, rotating thematic fine arts exhibitions, and interactive exhibits that encourage visitors to expand their horizons about everything maritime. Museum entry is $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children (ages 6-17), and free for members and children under 6and every third Thursday..There is a gift shop Info: cimmvc.org or 805.984.6260.