Volunteer at Crystal Bridges

Crystal Bridges and the Momentary are committed to creating institutions that reflect the diversity of our region and nation. We are especially mindful of those in our community impacted by inequity due to ability, language, class, age, gender, religion, sexuality, race, and ethnicity, and are working diligently to address perceived and real barriers that keep anyone from fully experiencing the museum as a guest, volunteer, or employee. All volunteer applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We actively encourage minority volunteer applicants to join our team.

You can make a difference here!

Volunteers welcome Crystal Bridges’ visitors, engage children on school visits, and lead tours of our collection and our trails. They survey guests, assemble art kits, care for our grounds, and act as ambassadors throughout Northwest Arkansas.

Learn more about our different volunteer opportunities.

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Administrative Support 

Volunteers assist with daily operational functions and office support such as data entry, filing, scanning, copying, assembling, prepping, proofreading, and other similar tasks.

Availability – On an as-needed basis
Training – No additional training required
Commitment – As available

Ambassador

Volunteers work along side staff at community fairs and festivals throughout Northwest Arkansas to deliver a clear and consistent message about Crystal Bridges and the Momentary through distribution of materials and/or public interaction.

Availability – On an as-needed basis
Training – No additional training required
Commitment – As available

Avant-Gardener

Volunteers will partner with Trails and Grounds staff in the care and beautification of the 12+ acres of native plant gardens throughout the Crystal Bridges grounds.

Availability – Seasonal and weather dependent
Training – No additional training required
Commitment – As available

Culinary

Volunteers work alongside Culinary staff during special events with tasks such as display of food/drink, passing of food/drink, and keeping service areas and tables clean during events.

Availability – On an as-needed basis
Training – No additional training required
Commitment – As available

Drop In Artmaking Host

Volunteers will host CB’s Drop-In Artmaking program. They will welcome guests, track attendance, provide instruction, and prepare, distribute and replenish materials.

Availability – Weekend Afternoons Only
Training – Approximately 2 Hours
Commitment – Four times a year

Events Assistant

Volunteers will assist with educational and public programs offered at Crystal Bridges. Typical duties include: wayfinding and greeting, ushering, ticket scanning, and supervising craft tables.

Availability – On an as-needed basis
Training – No additional training required
Commitment – As available

Guide Program Volunteer Roles

Cart Guide
Gallery Guide
Outdoor Guide

Guides provide tours and experiences to guests on the art, sculptures, trails, and architecture.

Availability – Daily
Training – Extensive (also requires separate application and selection process)
Commitment – Significant

Library Guide

Volunteers serve as a welcoming presences for guests and assist with the daily operational functions of the Library.

Availability – Daily
Training – Approximately one hour
Commitment – As available

Museum Guide

Volunteers serve as a welcoming presences for guests, similar to a concierge. Volunteers offer general information and help guests understand options for tours, events, and other details for a wonderful museum experience.

Availability – Daily
Training – Approximately one hour
Commitment – As available

Retail Support

Volunteers will work behind the scenes to help process new merchandise, make note of damages and/or shortages on invoices, sign off on purchase orders, and shelve merchandise. They might also assist guests with merchandise selection in the museum store.

Availability – Weekdays
Training – Approximately two hours
Commitment – As available

School Programs Ambassador

Volunteers welcome our schools and help maintain the high level of hospitality that all our visitors deserve.

Availability – Spring and Fall
Training – Two hours
Commitment – As available

The Studio

Volunteers maintain a welcoming presence, in addition to engaging guests and encouraging participation in a variety of meaningful and enjoyable hands-on art experiences. Volunteers are welcome to design and facilitate these experiences with approval from Studio staff.

Availability – Daily
Training – Approximately one hour
Commitment – As available

Survey Collector

Invite guests to share feedback (on iPad survey) about their experience as they are exiting either Crystal Bridges or the Momentary.

Availability – Daily
Training – As needed
Commitment – At least two 2 hour shifts per month

Volunteering isn’t just for adults—we have opportunities for teens, too!

Develop your leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills while earning service hours at Crystal Bridges. Individuals 16 or older may volunteer throughout the museum and are invited to attend one of our teen volunteer orientations in May or June.

Teens aged 14–15, or older teens looking to volunteer just during the summer months, are encouraged to apply specifically to our Summer Volunteer Program. The summer program offers three distinct opportunities: Grounds Crew, Junior Camp Instructor, and Youth & Family Art Crew!

Application Instructions

• Applications are open March 25 – April 30. Applications are due by 5 p.m. CST on April 30, 2025.
• Please make sure you select the teen summer volunteer program when you are filling out your application and that you indicate which teen program you are applying for.
• Once you submit your application, your parent/guardian will be sent a waiver giving their permission for your participation in your chosen program. Applications are not considered complete without this.
• All applicants will be evaluated on the thoughtfulness and thoroughness of their responses as well as on their availability. Acceptance letters will be sent out in early May.
• At the end of the summer, all participants will receive a letter of reference and certification of their service hours. Letters of reference will be provided for select programs or upon request.

Applications for the Teen Summer Program in 2025 have closed. They will re-open for summer 2026 on March 23, 2026.