Volunteer
Museum volunteers provide captivating floor experiences, behind-the-scenes expertise, skilled clerical work and bright friendly smiles to the Museum's guests. Volunteering is a great way to share your knowledge, learn about the Museum's rich history and make a host of new friends.
How To Apply
To become a Museum volunteer call the Volunteer Coordinator at (773) 753-1382, email rachel.carter@msichicago.org or download and fill out the online application below. You will be notified about orientation dates once your application has been received and processed by the Volunteer Office staff.
Volunteer Application Downloads
- Download Adult Volunteer Application
(PDF document) - Download Teen Volunteer Application
(PDF document)
Please download and print your application, then fax or mail the completed version to:
57th Street and Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60637
- Phone:
- (773) 684-9844
- Extensions:
- 2422 or 5382
- FAX:
- (773) 753-1357
- Museum Hours
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- holiday hours (through Nov. 29)
- Monday – Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Friday – Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Open every day except Christmas Day
- holiday hours (through Nov. 29)
- Museum Location
- Getting Here
- Happening Now
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Wired to Win
Go inside the science of surviving cycling's most grueling race.
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Holiday Performances and Events: November
Kick off the seasonal festivities in November with holiday songs, music and dance.
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Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
Celebrate with the entire family at the Museum's beloved annual holiday.
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- Coming Soon
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Holiday Performances and Events: December
Seasonal songs, dance, pageantry and readings are just part of the festivities.
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The Ten Tenors
The Australian group will treat Museum guests to a special holiday performance.
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Explore the White City: World's Fair Simulation
Dr. Lisa Snyder presents a fascinating virtual simulation of the 1893 World's Fair.
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about the museum
Opened in 1933, the oldest science Museum of its kind in the Western Hemisphere attracts approximately 2 million visitors per year.