No historian background is required. A minimum of three hours per month (or more if available) is desirable. Prior to each new exhibit all volunteer docents will attend a special meeting to introduce them to the subject of the exhibit. Exhibits change twice a year. Museum hours are Thursday through Sunday, 1pm-4pm. Example of duties: greet visitors and have them sign the log book. Invite them to tour the current exhibit. Answer questions or write their question and leave a note for follow up. Handle sales of books, postcards, etc. Answer the telephone and take messages.
Become familiar with docent handbooks and research material regarding the current exhibit. Docents may view any materials in the Reference Room Library, while at the library, for knowledge of the West County.