The San Diego Museum of Man, an anthropological museum devoted to understanding the diverse cultures of the world through exhibits, education and research will begin Docent training sessions in January 2001. Two separate times for training will be offered, one session beginning on January 3, will meet on Wednesday mornings, and a second session beginning on March 3, will meet on Saturday mornings. The training can be completed in two to three months. Once training is completed a Docent is required to contribute at least four hours a month giving guided tours throughout the Museum galleries to the general public and to groups of students of all ages.
Docents can also volunteer to give one hour outreach programs to students at area schools.
Museum Membership is required to begin the Docent Training. A limited number of scholarships for Docent training memberships are available. The newly renovated Children's Discovery Center at the Museum of Man with its interactive activities and exhibits centered around an Egyptian theme, offers new opportunities for Volunteers of all ages. Families can volunteer together, with a team of a parent, or grandparent, and child 12 years of age or older. Volunteers help visitors use the exhibits, keep the area tidy and stocked with supplies, and have fun themselves learning about an ancient culture.