Docent Program

Applications for the 2026 Docent Class have closed. FAM accepts applicants for this volunteer program during October of each year. Check back for details about the 2027 class!

Do you love sharing stories, connecting with people, and learning something new every day? The First Americans Museum Docent Program is your chance to bring history, culture, and art to life for visitors from across the globe.

Docents (pronounced DOH-sense) receive four months of hands-on training, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to lead engaging tours for school field trips, adult groups, and walk-in visitors. The 2026 docent class kicks off January 5, 2026 and runs through April—and with only one class each year, now’s the time to join!

You might be the perfect fit if you’re:

• Available for Jan.–Mar. 2026 trainings on Tuesdays from 1–4 p.m. (an evening hybrid option will be available this year for those not available—time and day TBA)
• Able to pitch in with tours a few times a month
• Comfortable with email and using a computer or phone to sign up for shifts
• Excited about public speaking with groups of up to 20 people
• Curious and eager to learn about First American arts, history, and cultures
• Punctual, reliable, and respectful of diverse communities

Program Benefits

• Free FAM membership and discounts in FAMstore
• An exclusive annual holiday ornament from FAMstore
• A supportive, lifelong-learning environment
• New friendships and the chance to be part of a vibrant community

For questions, email adriennelh@famok.org or call (405) 594-2117.