The Santa Fe Children’s Museum is looking for volunteers to help on Wednesdays and other days of the week that the Museum is open. Volunteers will assist with facilitating play, organizing activities, and handling general administrative duties. Our volunteers play a crucial role in sparking curiosity and engaging children and families in ways that can have a lasting impact on their lives. Volunteering at The Children’s Museum is enjoyable and rewarding. Whether you love crafts, science, the outdoors, or just making kids smile, volunteering here is all about fun, laughter, and community!

General Volunteering

Assist our staff with various projects. 

Volunteers Must:

  • Must be 15 years or older
  • Customer service skills
  • Personal computer (preferred)
  • Pass a background check if over the age of 18
  • Participate in a volunteer orientation (offered 3 times a year)

Every volunteer helps inspire curiosity and wonder. Join our team and make learning magical for kids all across New Mexico!

Special Events

The Santa Fe Children’s Museum hosts many events throughout the year to support fundraising efforts, collaborations with community partners, and more. From set-up to working a particular part of the event, there are plenty of opportunities to lend a helping hand!

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITY:
Weird Science Halloween Bash – October 27th, 2026

Museum Gift Shop

Help greet guests and help them with their Museum Gift Shop purchases during our weekly Thursdays are Yours program: Every Thursday | 4 pm – 6 pm

Visitor Services & Engagement

Help facilitate playful experiences outside in our acre-plus space and garden for visitors of all ages.

Educational Programs Assistant

Assist our programs team by preparing, facilitating, and/or cleaning up hands-on activities done in the museum with one of our museum educators. 

Special Activities Facilitator

Have a special skill to share?  Help facilitate activities related to a specific area of interest.  Teach yoga to toddlers or develop hands-on science/art activities or more!  Learn about activity development and our educational philosophy.  Love social media? Have skills in media relations or marketing? We are looking for skilled volunteers to help with a variety of projects.

Backyard Assistant

Green thumb? Help us beautify our acre-plus outdoor space!  Support is needed in pruning trees and greeting guests in our brand new Life Center Foundation Discovery Garden! This is a great opportunity to learn all there is to know about gardening or teach others about landscaping, sustainable gardening, cooking, and naturalized play.  Participate in gardening activities or help facilitate gardening programs for children. 

SIGN UP TO BECOME A VOLUNTEER!

Looking for a fun way to support play, learning, and community? Join our volunteer team! The first step is simple—sign up for a Volunteer Information Session. During the session, you’ll learn about the Museum, explore available volunteer opportunities, discuss your interests and availability, and help us find the role that’s the best fit for you and the Museum.

Our Next Volunteer Information Session:

September 29th, 2026 10:30-12:00

SIGN UP FOR ORIENTATION HERE

Can’t make it? No problem!
Contact us to learn next steps on how to join the Museum team!