SDCHM Volunteer Program

Docents facilitate interactive, inquiry-based tours of our sites and of San Diego's historic Chinatown for adult and school groups.  The SDCHM Docent Training team provides instruction for prospective docents.  A one-year commitment is required.

Education program volunteers support the Museum's offerings for schools and organized groups, assisting with SDCHM Classroom Exhibit Presentations and hands-on workshops.

Operations volunteers help with basic aspects involved in running the Museum; such as collecting admissions fees, supporting data entry efforts, organizing files, and other tasks. 

Special Events volunteers assist staff with special events (on- and offsite) on an as-needed basis.  Events generally occur after hours or on weekends.  Duties and hours vary depending on type and size of event.  No minimum time commitment is required.

Collections volunteers work closely with the staff on data entry and cataloguing of the SDCHM collections (objects of everyday life, historic clothing and textiles, decorative and fine art). Knowledge of museum terminology helpful; experience working with computers and willingness to sit at a computer for extended periods of time; attention to detail and accuracy a must along with legible and neat handwriting.