Volunteer at the Paper Discovery Center!

Volunteers at the Paper Discovery Center work both with the public and behind the scenes to help further the Center’s mission.  They may give tours through the exhibit galleries, staff the gift shop, assist with school group visits, supervise experiences in the Paper Lab, plan events, or help with administrative needs.  Volunteers have the opportunity to explore new areas of interest, meet stimulating people, and further the Paper Discovery Center experience for visitors of all ages.  In addition, volunteers receive discounts in the gift shop.

Volunteer opportunities include:

• Education assist with the design and implementation of school programs including hands-on experiences in the Paper Lab

• Development & Membership help with fundraising events and appeals, recruitment of Paper Discovery Center Family & Friends, updating of contact database, exhibit preview events for donors and sponsors, and general office activities

• Exhibits assist with maintenance of current exhibits; installation and dismantling of touring exhibits; and research, development, and fabrication of upcoming exhibits

• Library & Collections process research requests, loans, & donations; clean & repair artifacts; and update database

• Marketing & Public Relations write articles on the Paper Discovery Center and upcoming programs, activities, and events for Paper Discovery Center and Hall of Fame newsletters; write press releases; write Hall of Fame inductee biographies and video scripts; update the website

• Special Events help plan and/or run special events, including the annual Paper Industry International Hall of Fame induction ceremony

• Speakers/Tour Guide speak with groups and/or serve as the subject of video testimonials for inclusion in exhibits, the Lake States TAPPI Career Lab, and the Jack J. & Ethel D. Keller library; and lead tours of the facility

Volunteer opportunities are available throughout the year. For more information, please call 920-380-7491. To download and view a volunteer application form Click here. Completed applications can be returned to :

Paper Discovery Center
 Attn: Volunteer Coordinator
 425 West Water Street
 Appleton, WI 54911


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