Join the Albany Institute Volunteer Program! As we work to connect diverse audiences to the art, history, and culture of the Upper Hudson Valley, volunteers are essential partners in that mission.

We encourage people from all backgrounds and life experiences to apply to our volunteer programs. No experience is required, and training is offered for all programs.

Education Department and Docent

General education volunteer tasks may also include special event assistance, material preparation for art projects, and researching resources to contribute toward the development of exhibitions and collections-based tours and programming.

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Library Volunteers

The Albany Institute library has opportunities for volunteers to assist with various projects including research, accessioning collections, photo research, archives and manuscript processing, and other special projects.

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Development & Marketing

The development volunteer's primary responsibility is to assist in the day-to-day operation of the Development Department, as well as assisting with research, marketing projects, and fundraising events.

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Visitor Services

The visitor services volunteer's primary responsibility is to assist in the needs of the museum's main point of contact with the public, performing a variety of tasks.

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