Volunteer

Apply to Our Docent Program

The Norton Museum of Art is seeking bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates who wish to engage visitors by looking closely at artwork and sharing inspiring ideas connected to the art.

What is a Docent?

A docent is a volunteer museum guide who engages visitors in discussions about art. Our community of trained docents welcomes thousands of visitors annually, leading tours for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.

The Norton has an extraordinary permanent collection, a beautiful sculpture garden, and features fantastic special exhibitions.

We are looking for diverse individuals who live in the area year-round. A formal art background is not necessary— the Museum will provide thorough training.

Volunteer and Docent Application Form

If you love museums and want to get more involved with the Norton, meaningful volunteer opportunities are available, with staff members providing orientation and guidance for volunteers. Duties range from assisting staff during Art After Dark, Studio assistants, event volunteers, Marketing and Communications, and much more!

If you are interested in becoming a docent candidate or have questions regarding the volunteer program, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected].

If you have any questions about volunteering at the Norton Museum of Art please contact:

Evan Nader

Volunteer Coordinator and Office Administrator

[email protected] (561) 832-5196 x1132

CDC COVID-19 Community Level for Palm Beach County: HIGH

Current Health and Safety Policies:

MASKS REQUIRED
TEMPERATURE TAKING REQUIRED
SOCIAL DISTANCING ENCOURAGED
MUSEUM AND EVENT CAPACITIES LIMITED
VACCINATION AND BOOSTERS ENCOURAGED (NOT REQUIRED)

The CDC’s COVID-19 Community Level for Palm Beach County is currently High. In response to this, the following general policies are in effect at the Norton:

Masks are mandatory indoors throughout the Museum campus (ages 2+), regardless of negative tests or vaccination status, except while eating or drinking. Masks are provided upon request.

Temperature taking is required upon entering the Museum. Visitors with a temperature of 100.4 F or above will not be admitted.

Capacities will be limited for the Museum and in certain indoor event spaces. Guests are encouraged to reserve admission online in advance.

Guests are encouraged to practice social distancing, maintaining 6 feet of space from others.

For the safety of all visitors and the Museum’s staff and volunteers, the Norton encourages visitors to get vaccinated and boosted in accordance with CDC guidance, though this is not required for admission.

Please note that the Norton’s COVID-19 policies remain subject to change as circumstances evolve. Visit norton.org/covid-19 for the most up-to-date information.

The Museum will continue to conduct heightened cleaning and sanitation and will continue to provide mask to visitors who request them.

These policies are informed by guidance and recommendations issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other authoritative or controlling government-issued health standards

For the most up-to-date information from the CDC, click here.

View daily updates on the CDC's COVID Data Tracker here.

If you are unable to visit us in person, please visit The Norton Channel for a wide range of virtual resources, activities, and programs.

Know before you go!

The health and safety of our guests is a top priority for the Norton Museum of Art.