Found 15 Museums & Heritage volunteering opportunities in Australia

The Event Volunteer is the friendly and welcoming face of Genealogy SA at events and workshops both on site at the Genealogy Library and at other venues. He/she is responsible for promoting the Society as an organisation of choice in regard to family history research and membership. The role also involves assisting with the set-up for the event, such as setting out chairs, laying out brochures, meeting guests and checking registration lists as guests arrive.

The Library Reception Desk Volunteer is the friendly and welcoming face of Genealogy SA. They provide guidance to members, visitors and those who call us to use the Society’s family history information resources. In this role, volunteers will find themselves assisting a variety of people with their genealogical research, providing them with a great opportunity for growth in their own learning.

Do you like meeting people from all over the world? If so, then this position is perfect for you! Bankfoot House is an award winning state heritage-listed property that attracts local, interstate and international tourists. You will be trained in how to present the heritage precinct’s history as the oldest surviving Cobb & Co coach stop on the Brisbane to Gympie Gold fields run. We are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated and friendly volunteers to join our amazing team of tour guides.

Are you currently training in education, work with young people, or simply enjoy being a presenter, then this position is for you! Award winning Bankfoot House Heritage Precinct is seeking energised presenters to work with a professional team in offering interactive educational experiences that inspire younger generations. This newly created position will enable you to interact with school groups and provide input into program development. Speak to us about this rewarding role today!

Do you enjoy talking to people and working in a team? Are you looking to develop new skills in Customer Service, Museum Interpretation and Guiding? The National Trust of Australia (NSW) is currently recruiting volunteers to work as Guides at Saumarez Homestead, Armidale.

Do you love working in events and with people? Do you love organising events? Are you keen to learn new skills or develop your existing skills in the event industry? The National Trust (NSW) is currently recruiting volunteers to support Miss Traill’s House, Bathurst.

Do you want to volunteer from home, have a computer and an interest in science, biodiversity and/or natural history collections? Join DigiVol and volunteer online with flexible hours.

Support work that combats antisemitism, racism, & prejudice. Library Assistant role. We are looking for people passionate about volunteering within a museum that’s mission is to combat antisemitism, racism, and prejudice.

Support work that combats antisemitism, racism, & prejudice. Facilitate sessions for school groups. Student led learning. We are looking for people passionate about volunteering within a museum that’s mission is to combat antisemitism, racism, and prejudice.

Undertake guided tours of the Museum as necessary. Undertake Gallery Attendant duties in allocated gallery, as per roster. Meet and greet, and interact with members of the public. Answer visitor questions, as required. Direct visitors to appropriate services (i.e. toilet, water fountain, seats disabled facilities etc). Other duties as directed. #tours #museum #military #defence force

Are you passionate about apps, programs and web coding? Beechboro Library's CoderDojo is a club for self-motivated young people to learn how to code, develop websites, apps, programs, games and explore technology in a casual and creative environment. We are looking for mentors to help our participants reach their full potential.

Do you have a sense of fun and storytelling? Our Education Guides are friendly and enthusiastic volunteers who support our education officers with guided school groups.

Tractors - People - History: what a combination. We're looking for Visitor Relations Officers (Tour Guides). Be part of our team guiding visitors from around the world through our fascinating exhibits at the Tractor Museum based inside Whiteman Park.

Do you enjoy working with children and have an interest in astronomy? We are looking for volunteers to join our friendly School Day Tours team to assist in providing hands on activities for small groups of primary aged children. Tours are during school hours and all training is provided.

Volunteers will help with ensuring that the BVHS Collection is managed and conserved in accordance with National Standards for Australian Museums and Galleries. The aim is to maintain the physical & electronic collection registers of Photographs and Objects within the museum and the machinery shed. We are gifted many items which need to be recorded so that they can be readily accessible when enquiries are made and when displays/exhibitions are being planned.