New volunteers are always in demand for weekday, weekend, and evening hours.
There are a variety of positions available, both working with the public and behind the scenes. For futher information and an application, call the Volunteer Council at 415.750.3633. Docents are specially trained volunteers who share their enthusiasm and knowledge of art with others. The Docent Council of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco is composed of over 200 docents who lead public tours of museum galleries and special exhibitions, and conduct art-related lectures and presentations. College students interested in museum education can gain hands-on experience interning with the Museum Ambassador Program.