Volunteer at the MAH
Our volunteers perform a variety of duties, from answering guest questions to assisting behind the scenes in our offices.
Help us Celebrate 30 Years at the MAH!
Volunteer at our gala,
The Red Ball on Saturday April 11, 2026
We need volunteers on Friday April 10 to help set up for the gala. We also need volunteers before the event on Saturday April 11, as well as at the event and post event. It's a great way to help out the MAH, learn about the MAH, meet new people, and have fun!
Please contact Tahnee Henningsen, MAH's Programs Coordinator tahnee@santacruzmah.org
Gallery Attendants
Assist museum visitors, answer questions about the exhibitions, and monitor galleries to ensure the best guest experience.
- Thursdays and Fridays: 12–8pm,
- Saturdays and Sundays: 12–6pm
- Mondays: 9am–1pm
- Minimal training required, bilingual a plus
For first time volunteers: Sign up here!
For ongoing volunteers: Sign up here!
Questions? Email litzy@santacruzmah.org
Field Trips & Schools
Are you good with kids? Help with student visits at the museum and our offsite historic locations.
- Tuesdays–Thursdays, 9:30am–12:30pm
- This position requires 5–10 hours of onsite training
To volunteer, email oscar@santacruzmah.org
Adults & Group Tours
Guided guest tours of current exhibitions start each Friday at 1pm in the Atrium.
- No training required, bilingual a plus
To volunteer, email coury@santacruzmah.org
Evergreen Cemetery Maintenance
Help maintain one of the oldest public cemeteries in California with basic gardening and grounds needs.
- Fridays, 9:30am–12:30pm
- Gloves and tools provided
- No training required
No RSVP required, just stop by!
Volunteer at Evergreen Cemetery
Join a team of amazing, weekly volunteers who help maintain one of the oldest public cemeteries in California, Evergreen Cemetery. Swing by to help with basic gardening like pulling weeds and clearing walkways, all while discovering Santa Cruz County History. Gloves and tools are provided. Explore the grounds. Meet other local history buffs. Discover more about the people who made Santa Cruz what it is today. No need to RSVP, just stop by ready to work.
Every Friday, 9:30am-12:30pm