# Event Details - **Event Name**: California Museum Volunteer Orientation - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Learn how to join the California Museum's volunteer corps at this free, informational event!About this EventLooking to make a positive impact with a great team? Join our volunteer family to help share California’s diverse history, inspire future generations, and connect with a community that cares.We’re looking for people who are passionate about sharing the diverse history of California and inspiring the leaders of tomorrow. Work alongside a team that cares as much as you do about community, culture, and education.This free, informational event offers prospective volunteers an overview of our program and requirements, as well as the opportunity to meet staff, enjoy complimentary refreshments, tour current exhibits and start training to be a volunteer.10 am-11 am: Introduction & Volunteer Role Overview11 am-2 pm: Optional New Volunteer OrientationWhether you’re looking for a few hours to fill or a regular position, a range of opportunities are available to choose from including:Gallery Guides to facilitate field trip & group visitsEvents Assistants to work at the Museum’s programs & eventsClassroom Presenters to provide K-12 education programs to field trip groupsTour Guides to educate general admission & tour visitorsWe are especially seeking classroom presenters (in-person and virtual), gallery guides, and tour guides with daytime availability and events assistants with weekend availability.No experience necessary — all volunteer positions feature in-depth training and offer reimbursements for parking, public transit and ridesharing. Best of all, benefits include Museum memberships with reciprocal admission at other institutions, store discounts, invitations to volunteer events and more!To attend, please register by 10 am on Wednesday, April 14.FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSQ: What are the requirements for becoming a volunteer at the California Museum?Applicants must be at least 16 years of age, vaccinated for COVID-19, and complete a background check. For more information, visit http://www.californiamuseum.org/volunteer.Q: What volunteer roles are available?Available volunteer roles include:Gallery Guides to facilitate field trip & group visitsEvents Assistants to work at the Museum’s special eventsClassroom Presenters to provide K-12 education programs to field trip groupsTour Guide to educate general admission & tour visitorsWe primarily have daytime availability during the academic year working with school children or leading guided tours. We do not offer volunteer work in curation, exhibits, or preservation. Rarely are there opportunities for back-office work.Q: What can I expect during the Introduction & Volunteer Role Overview from 10 am - 11 am?The introduction & volunteer role overview includes a chat that provides a brief overview of:The history of the museumOpen and available volunteer rolesVolunteer resources and trainingsVolunteer perksQ&AQ: What can I expect during the Optional New Volunteer Orientation from 11 am – 2 pm?During the optional new volunteer orientation from 11 am – 2 pm, participants can expect an in-depth overview of the volunteer roles and expectations followed by the actual onboarding of volunteers.Topics that will be covered include:Review of the application materials + COVID-19 vaccination cardsOverview of volunteer handbook and exhibit guidebookVolunteer roles in depthBenefits/perksMuseum expectationsWhat is the guidebook and how to use itOverview of self-guided training days after the orientationHow to use the self-serve scheduling systemSigning up for rolesLocating resourcesTour of the MuseumQ: What should I bring to the Volunteer Open House?A pen. There will be a few documents for you to sign and complete.Comfortable shoes. Majority of the orientation you will be sitting, but there is a small portion where you will be walking through the museum, roughly 45 minutes.A copy of your covid vaccination card. We require all volunteers to be vaccinated for covid.$25 for your background check. Volunteers must complete a background check paid for by the volunteer.We take cash, credit/debit, or check in the Museum Store.Q: Can I bring a friend to attend?Yes, however your friend should register separately using their own name and email address. Tickets and registration are limited to one per person and email address.Q: What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?The California Museum is easily accessible using public transportation and located at the Archives Plaza light rail stop. Visit Sacramento Regional Transit for more information at http://www.sacrt.com.For attendees who prefer to drive, reduced parking is available in the Bonderson Garage. Visit the City of Sacramento for more information at http://www.cityofsacramento.org/public-works/parking-services.Q: Who can I contact with questions?For questions or assistance, contact our education department at (916) 653-8099 or volunteer@californiamuseum.org during office hours Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4 pm. Thank you!Agenda🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMIntroduction & Volunteer Role Overview🕑: 11:00 AM - 02:00 PMNew Volunteers Orientation (Optional) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sacramento/california-museum-volunteer-orientation/100001986031371294 - **Event Categories**: Workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Sacramento - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: California Museum - **lat**: 38.574214 - **long**: -121.495159 - **full address**: California Museum, 1020 O St, Sacramento, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: California Museum Volunteer Orientation - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/50cf52b63121ce1a2625c83468346f7879621a02f4486ce4f31aa1060697941d-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf38025-gmir.jpg?v=1775456777 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is California Museum Volunteer Orientation being held? - **A:** California Museum Volunteer Orientation takes place on Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am to Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm at California Museum, 1020 O St, Sacramento, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing California Museum Volunteer Orientation? - **A:** California Museum Volunteer Orientation is organized by California Museum. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "California Museum Volunteer Orientation", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/50cf52b63121ce1a2625c83468346f7879621a02f4486ce4f31aa1060697941d-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf38025-gmir.jpg?v=1775456777", "startDate": "2026-04-16T10:00:00-07:00", "endDate": "2026-04-16T14:00:00-07:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/sacramento/california-museum-volunteer-orientation/100001986031371294", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "California Museum", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "1020 O St", "postalCode": "95814", "addressLocality": "Sacramento", "addressRegion": "CA", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "38.574214", "longitude": "-121.495159" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Learn how to join the California Museum's volunteer corps at this free, informational event!", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-06", "availabilityEnds": "2026-04-16T14:00:00-07:00", "validFrom": "2026-04-06", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/sacramento/california-museum-volunteer-orientation/100001986031371294" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-06", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-06", "url": "https://allevents.in/sacramento/california-museum-volunteer-orientation/100001986031371294", "price": 0, "name": "Advance Ticket" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "California Museum", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/california-museum/22517466", "description": "The California Museum celebrates the state’s rich history, its diversity and its unique influence on the world of ideas, innovation, art and culture. 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