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 matt.porth(at)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 and fax or mail the completed version to:
57th Street and Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60637
- Phone:
- (773) 684-9844
- Extensions:
- 2422 or 2321
- FAX:
- (773) 753-1357
- Museum Hours
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- Monday – Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Sunday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Open every day except Christmas Day
- Museum Location
- Getting Here
- Happening Now
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Smart Home: Green + Wired
Learn how to make green living and eco-friendly technology part of your life.
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The Glass Experience
The science, technology, brilliance and beauty behind glass is revealed in this stunning exhibition.
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Exploring the Collection: Photographs by Terry Evans
Terry Evans explores some of Chicago’s hidden treasures—found in the Museum's collection.
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- Coming Soon
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Master Glass Artist Lino Tagliapietra
An intimate session with renowned designer glass Lino Tagliapietra.
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Bill Nye... The Science Guy
A fascinating lecture and question-and-answer session with Bill Nye... the Science Guy.
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The Plan of Chicago
Professor Carl Smith presents a lecture on the Burnham Plan and architect Daniel Burnham.
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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.