The Yale Center for British Art offers volunteer opportunities to individuals who want to be involved with the arts. Our volunteers play an important role‚ as they are the visitor’s first contact with the museum.

At the Center‚ volunteers work at the information desk where they greet and welcome visitors who range from schoolchildren to senior citizens‚ from tourists to New Haven natives. Volunteers provide information about exhibitions and programs‚ and answer myriad questions about the museum and surrounding area. This service is vital in shaping a positive visitor experience at the Center.

Volunteers help carry out our mission of informing and educating the public about our collections. If you would like to be part of a committed group of individuals‚ possess a love and appreciation of art‚ and a fondness for interacting with the public‚ please contact Aviva Luria at 203 432 9491‚ or e-mail aviva.luria@yale.edu. More information about being a volunteer can be found below.


Volunteer Responsibilities:
Creating positive visitor experiences
  • Welcome visitors and provide them with
    information about exhibitions‚ films‚ concerts‚ tours‚ family programs‚ and more
  • Encourage visitors to explore the permanent collections
  • Help visitors find their way around the museum
  • Recommend other cultural attractions in New Haven
  • Help out with special events‚ openings‚ and after-hour programs

Volunteer Requirements

  • Minimum one-year commitment
  • A background in art is welcome‚ but not necessary
  • Eagerness to learn new things
  • Enjoy interacting with people
  • Must be at least 18 years of age

Volunteer Benefits

  • Previews and private tours of exhibitions and the collection
  • Advance notice of programs and lectures
  • Free parking
  • Discounts in the Museum Stop
  • Library privileges

For more information‚ please contact:
Aviva Luria
Volunteer Coordinator
203 432 9491
aviva.luria@yale.edu