What It Means to Volunteer

The Museum of the Grand Prairie is one of a handful of downstate museums which has maintained accreditation with the American Alliance of Museums for 50 years. Our success is not possible without the dedication and support from volunteers.

Volunteers may have the opportunity to be involved in many phases of the museum's operation. You may have the opportunity to help by:

  • Supporting school programs as a school marm or master 
  • Providing basic French or Spanish translating for students 
  • Hosting at an activity station or greeting visitors at programs or events 
  • Engaging with museum visitors as a docent 
  • Cataloging and maintaining collections 
  • Fundraising or serving on our Friends Foundation 

We invite YOU to join our team and share in our mission! Volunteering at the Museum of the Grand Prairie provides opportunities to contribute to our mission by protecting cultrual resources and inspiring people ot care for, enjoy, and explore our world! You will meet new people and have an impact in the community. 

To learn more about becoming a volunteer, how to help occasionally, or for more information about specific projects, call 1-217-586-3360 or e-mail the Forest Preserves volunteer coordinator, volunteer@ccfpd.org

Explore Opportunities

Explore Opportunities

You can find a worthwhile role in volunteering to help protect Champaign County's natural and cultural resources.

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Volunteer Application

Volunteer Application

Interested in being a volunteer? Please complete the application form and a volunteer coordinator will reach out upon review with opportunities.

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