Found 70 Museums & Heritage volunteering opportunities in Australia

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.

Gain experience in events and program delivery assisting our team to deliver a wide range of programs at award winning Bankfoot House Heritage Precinct. From education programs with local schools, to performances and exhibitions, heritage talks and festivals. You will gain experience in project development, event delivery and be actively involved on-site assisting with set-up and pack-down, program delivery, ticketing and registration, food and beverage and visitor engagement.

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.

You will provide outstanding customer service to museum visitors, promote exhibitions & events and assist with the museum daily operation. We are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated, and friendly volunteers to join our amazing team. Landsborough Museum is a state heritage-listed property that attracts local, interstateand international tourists. The collection of photos, memorabilia, artefacts and everyday items on display offers an insight into the lives of early pioneers on the Sunshine Coast

It’s all here, tourism, history, holiday programs and events! Opportunities exist for volunteers in multiple roles: heritage guides, customer service, visitor information assistants, and village “stollers” in heritage costume. If you enjoy a social chat, promoting our city, maybe a bit of local history or helping out in a school holiday program – contact us to find out more.

Join an enthusiastic support team of volunteers to market three unique harbour cruises to historic Navy sites around the Harbour.

Join an enthusiastic team of volunteers to promote and deliver two unique tours of Navy’s historic Garden Island Dockyard rarely seen by the public.

Do you love catering and working with volunteers to bring people together to celebrate over food? The National Trust (NSW) is currently recruiting volunteers who want to bring out their inner Master Cook! We have a dynamic catering team but they need a few extra pair of hands.

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.

We are seeking a volunteer to support the role of President & Committee of Management to ensure efficient management of day to day business in this small Queenscliffe based organisation. Seeking support for 1 or 2 days per week.

We are seeking a friendly volunteer to operate as a Museum Guide, to interact with visitors, including groups, by responding to their inquiries, or simply by talking about the various displays.

We are seeking a friendly volunteer to greet and interact with visitors to the Queenscliff Historial Museum. This may include groups, by responding to their enquiries, or simply by talking about various displays.

Do you have proven experience in IT? Are you friendly and reliable ? Queenscliff Historical Museum has an exciting opportunity for an IT assistant to support our IT Coordinator in a fun environment.

Maintaining our rolling stock and undertaking a range of tasks associated with the general operation of the railway.

James Craig is a magnificent operating tall ship – a 3-masted barque built in 1874 so she is now 148 years old – and she needs you to help look after her!

The Kwinana Heritage Group requires the services of a volunteer cleaner to help clean / dust the displays in their buildings. The Museum and buildings house a large collection of donated items that tell the story of the development of modern Kwinana. This is not heavy cleaning, just general tidy. Own transport required as no public transport.

Do you love history? The local history section of Kwinana Public Library are asking for expressions of interest from volunteers to assist the local History Librarian to research local history topics. Virtual, it would be great if the volunteer resides in the locality of Kwinana, Cockburn, Rockingham areas so regular face to face catch ups can occur.

MITE Radio is looking for a cleaner to maintain a clean environment for our team. Responsibilities include vacuuming, dusting, and general cleaning once a month.

The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) are seeking a Exhibition Room Attendants to assist us with various exhibitions throughout 2024 at Como House and Gardens. An exciting design exhibition is being held in the historic home, Tablescaping which will explore the art of table service and design. Followed by NTAV annual Christmas at Como installation later in the year. Now is your chance to join our passionate team of volunteers and enjoy being part of museum operations and exhibits.

The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) are seeking a Volunteers to assist in costume creation. Are you handy with a needle and thread? We are looking for volunteers to assist with making period outfits for our education facilitators. Now is your chance to join our passionate team of volunteers.