Be a Volunteer
WINNING VOLUNTEERS ARE FOUND
AT THE PINK PALACE FAMILY OF MUSEUMS
The Memphis Pink Palace Family of Museums has excellent volunteers as well as an award winning volunteer program. Representatives from The Pink Palace Family were honored at this year’s Spirit of Giving Awards.
A dedicated team from the University of Memphis Physics Department (Dr. Robert Marchini, John Daffron, Ted Clarke, Lewis O’Kelly, and Judy Daffron) worked over two years, fixing our 1930s era Clyde W. Parke Miniature Circus. For this wonderful spirit, the Pink Palace Circus Team won 3rd Place for Small Group Volunteers of the Year.
It takes a special person to recruit, train and administer all the volunteers that help run all our exhibits, programs and IMAX® films. That is Diane McKinna, our Volunteer Coordinator, who does it all with a smile. For this wonderful spirit, the Pink Palace Family of Museums won 2nd Place in the Outstanding Volunteer Program of the Year category.
Congratulations to all Mid-South volunteers. We are honored that some of the best choose to volunteer at the Memphis Pink Palace Family of Museums. We could not do it without you.
MAKE HISTORY, SCIENCE, AND NATURE COME ALIVE!
Bring lively learning experiences to mid-south residents! Learn new things!
As a volunteer for the museum, you will meet people from all over and learn more about history, science and nature. You will help others and gain new skills. Training, invitations to special events, and discounts in the gift shops are some volunteer perks. You can also earn individual and family memberships as you increase your hours of service.
For 75 years we have provided our visitors with educational experiences to enhance their lives. We would love for YOU to be a part of that “never ending discovery.”
PRIME OPPORTUNITIES FOR WEEKDAY MORNINGS AND WEEKENDS
FALL 2009 - RECRUITING VOLUNTEERS NOW FOR:
“Greenhouse Assistants" at Lichterman Nature Center, 5992 Quince Those who love plants and don't mind getting in the dirt, come out and support the ALL Volunteer Greenhouse at Lichterman. We have Master Gardener Captains supervising activities Tuesday - Saturday mornings from 9am - 12pm. You can help water plants, prepare plants for the Spring Plant Sale or assist with maintaining the demonstrating beds on site.
“Trail Blazing Saturdays” at Lichterman Nature Center Help maintain our three miles of trail by fixing edge boards, spreading gravel as needed, and clearing overgrowth on the trails. Trail Blazing Saturdays are 9 am – Noon, October 24, November 21 and December 12 in 2009. In 2010, the dates will be the 4th Saturday of each month. Sign up at Volunteer Mid-South, www.volunteermidsouth.org or call 523-2425 to volunteer.
“Enchanted Forest/Festival of Trees”Be a part of this magical event sponsored by TWIGS of LeBonheur Childrens Medical Center. Signup early to get your favorite spot. Volunteer between November 21 – December 31 at the Pink Palace. Call Erin Duncan at (901) 287-6101 or email to duncane@lebonheur.org. To volunteer between December 24 – December 31, contact Diane McKinna at 320-6438 or diane.mckinna@memphistn.gov.
"Chocolate" Exhibit at the Pink Palace Museum (January 30 - May 2, 2010) Help visitors experience various aspects of one of the world's favorite treats. You can share its history, origins and impact on human cultures. Call no later than January 22 to schedule an interview prior to training. Orientation training for volunteers will be held on Thursday, January, 28 or Saturday, January 30, from 9am - 12pm.
To volunteer, complete & submit volunteer application (see bottom of page). Call:320-6438 or email diane.mckinna@memphistn.gov to schedule interview or obtain further information.
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES:
Assist at Special Events
- Pink Palace Crafts Fair
- Opening Parties or Gala Event
- Lichterman Plant Sale
Interact with School Groups or the Public
- Be a Docent Or Interpreter
- Greet & Welcome Visitors
Help Behind the Scenes
- Be an Office Assistant
- Work in the Greenhouse or on Trails
- Serve on Event Planning Committee
