Volunteer at the Capitol Museum
Arizona State Library, Archives & Records COVID-19 Response – Temporarily suspending all in-person services, while maintaining our statutory responsibilities
- Our number one goal is to keep the public and our employees safe
- The situation related to COVID-19 is rapidly developing, as is the response from this office and the state. Please check back regularly for updates
- We are committed to providing continuity of services while reducing exposure risks
- In-person trainings for ALL divisions are on hold until further notice. Divisions will hold trainings by webinar as needed.
- Department staff will attend community meetings virtually or by phone, when available.
- Services impacted:
- In-person Patent and Trademark Resource Center consultations
- The Arizona Capitol Museum is closed until further notice.
- In-person retrieval and immediate checkout of materials to patrons of Arizona Talking Book Library
- Walk-in reference service for Archives & the Research Library
- Ask a Question - online reference service
- Digital Arizona Library, including statewide electronic resources
- Records retention schedules assistance
- Arizona Talking Book Library requests and link to downloads
- Tools and resources for library staff
- Online continuing education for library staff
- Consulting for library staff on grants, electronic resources, digital inclusion efforts, Public Library Survey and all library services
- Communications channel for County Librarians
- E-rate Services offered online and by phone
- Arizona Capitol Museum Giftshop orders can still be placed online
- Arizona Capitol Museum collections can be viewed online through the Arizona Memory Project and Google Cultural Institute
- Arizona Capitol Museum staff can respond to email and phone call inquiries.
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The Arizona Capitol Museum is temporarily closed to the public in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Maricopa County. All in-person programs and events are canceled for the time being. We will continue to provide online resources and programming through our website and social media pages, and fulfill orders through our online gift shop (azcapitolgifts.ecwid.com). Please check here for news regarding our reopening and online programming.
The Arizona Capitol Museum relies on our dedicated volunteers and loyal members for external support for new exhibits, special events, and activities. We do not charge for admission, programs, or facility use. General operating expenses are covered by state funds through the Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records, a division of the Secretary of State. Help us grow by supporting the museum.
Volunteer and Internship Opportunities
The Arizona Capitol Museum serves as a symbol of the state's vibrant cultural heritage.
We are always on the lookout for dynamic, curious individuals who want to be a part of the Arizona Capitol Museum team.
Volunteers play essential roles in sharing our rich collections, exhibitions, research and educational programming with Arizonans and visitors from around the world.
Our Volunteers
Guest Service Guide
Welcome and direct visitors by sharing information about the museum, capitol events, and the surrounding areas.
Exhibit and Floor Guide
Engage with visitors of all backgrounds and ages to share expertise on one or more of our exhibits. Help direct visitors as they move throughout the museum.
Tour Guide
Every year, over 20,000 fourth graders visit the museum on a fieldtrip and receive a tour from one of our talented guides. Progressive training on Arizona history curriculum and special exhibits is provided.
Store Attendant
Welcome and provide excellent customer service to all visitors. Assist with merchandising, answer questions, and provide direction as requested.
Museum Interns
Gain dynamic, professional experience through one of our many hands-on internship opportunities. Appropriate fields of study include museum studies, education,
history, tourism, art/design, marketing, and more. Internships are customized for personal educational and professional goals.
Volunteer/Intern Benefits
- Meet and interact with visitors from around the world
- Learn about Arizona history and culture through various learning styles
- Invitations to exclusive events and exhibit openings including an annual Volunteer Appreciation Party
- 10% discount in museum store
- 30% discount in the museum store for every 50 hours of service
- Eligible for Volunteer Recognition Awards
- Satisfaction of giving back to the community
