THE HEALTH MUSEUM

What Is It?: A nonprofit, interactive learning center that inspires passion and curiosity about health, the medical sciences, and the human body, attracting more than 2.5 million visitors a year.

Help Needed: Assist with week-long Summer Discovery Camps relating to medicine, forensic science, and sports.

Minimum Age to Volunteer: Camp volunteers must be 16 by May 1.

Help Needed

SUMMER DISCOVERY CAMP VOLUNTEERS

Students, ages 16 – 18 (by May 1), have the opportunity to support the needs of young campers in camps relating to medicine, forensic science, chemistry, sports, and other topics. Week-long camps run from June through August, Monday through Friday. Camp hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers are encouraged to sign up for more than one week of service. Youth that have successfully completed the required youth volunteer hours in previous summers have priority in the selection process.

GROUP VOLUNTEER PROJECTS

There are several opportunities a year for groups to help with large mailings, stuff goodie bags, or assist with special events. Service organizations are welcome to email [email protected] for more information.

Time Commitment:

Summer Discovery Camp volunteers commit to at least one full-time (40 hour) week, but are encouraged to sign up for more than one week.

Suitable for Groups of Volunteers?

Occasionally. See “Group Volunteer Projects” above.

Training Needed:

The Health Museum will provide any training needed.

Contact:

Please email all inquiries to [email protected], or visit the Museum’s youth volunteer page.

Website:

http://www.thehealthmuseum.org/

The Health Museum, An Introduction (1 minute 50 seconds) (2015)