Become a Volunteer

Join our dedicated team committed to Native American cultures, archaeology, and the history of the Verde Valley. As a volunteer, you will:

Make an Impact: Educate museum visitors and help serve as a steward of Native American cultural material.
Gain Experience: No prior experience or knowledge is necessary. Learn directly from curation experts and staff.
Connect & Grow: Meet visitors from around the world and collaborate with dedicated peers.
Have Fun: Our Volunteers continue to volunteer because they enjoy the experience, you will too.

Open Positions

Public Engagement & Visitor Services
- Museum Greeter: Welcome guests, process admission and gift shop sales, provide museum orientation, and assist with special events.
- Docent: Guide visitors through exhibits and share regional archaeology and history. Comprehensive training is provided.
Collections & Curation
- Archivist: Work alongside the volunteer collection center and laboratory team to catalog, preserve, and manage artifact collections.
- Librarian: Catalog and organize the museum’s library collections in partnership with the Yavapai County Library Network.
Marketing, Media & Design
- Marketing Assistant: Support print and video advertising campaigns to raise awareness for museum programs.
Web & Technical Operations
- Webmaster: Oversee website design, architecture, and monitor reach.
Outdoors & Environment
- Garden Volunteer: Spend time outdoors cultivating native plant projects and maintaining educational garden spaces at VVAC’s 9-acre Native American Heritage Garden and Pathway.

Get Started

Interested in learning more? Use our contact form to schedule a meeting with our Volunteer Coordinator to discuss your interests.

Ready to get started? Tell Us Of Your Interest:

Fill out the Volunteer Interest Form.
Connect with Us: email the form to us at office@vvarchcenter.com. We’ll set up an introductory meeting to match your interests with open opportunities.

(Note: Background checks are required for all volunteer positions.)