Docent Program

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RAM's docent program has been in existence since 1991. Thousands of children and adults have enjoyed the museum through docent led tours over the years.

Being a docent requires sufficient free time to attend monthly meetings, review exhibition materials and lead tours. Please see the detailed list of responsibilities below.

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Docent Requirements

Commit to at least one year of volunteer work at the Rockford Art Museum

Attend at least 8 monthly docent meetings (usually 1 - 2 hours in length)

Attend training specific to current exhibits (usually covered at the monthly meeting)

Conduct approximately 8 one-hour tours during the course of the year
( Four of these tours may be comprised of the Tuesday Tour program)

Know security and emergency procedures

Participate in special docent training sessions (lectures/field trips). These sessions are designed to broaden your knowledge in art history/appreciation and art education and to make you feel more confident with your ability to give tours

Attend lectures, special educational events and films hosted by the Rockford Art Museum

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Privileges and Benefits

Free RAM Membership

Free docent training, including printed materials and free educational programming

Free quarterly newsletter and education mailings

Free access to the Museum's library of books, periodicals, films/videos and slides

Discount on registration fee for certain museum classes and bus trips.

A 10% discount in the Museum Store

 

For more information on becoming a docent, e-mail Carrie Breitbach or call 815.972.2880.

 

 

 

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