Volunteer with GROAM HOUSE

 Are you thinking about joining our community of “Groamies”?  Volunteers are the heart of Groam House, helping us preserve and share our incredible Pictish and Celtic heritage. Like many independent museums, we rely on volunteers to support everything from caring for collections to organising events and keeping the museum running. Your time and talents can make a real difference – and there are many ways to get involved.

It costs around £16,000 a year just to keep the doors open. In addition, we need to care for, research and interpret the collections entrusted to us. We are determined to keep free entry, so we need volunteers, members, donations, sales and successful events to sustain our finances.

Why Volunteer With Us?

Volunteering at Groam House is not just about giving back – it’s also a chance to:

  • Be part of a friendly and welcoming community.
  • Learn new skills or build on your existing experience.
  • Enjoy social benefits like coffee mornings, outings, and use of the museum library.
  • Play a vital role in keeping the museum free for all to enjoy.

We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds and skill levels. Whether you’re a student, retiree, or working professional looking for meaningful ways to contribute, we’d love to have you on board.

Time Commitment & Training
We’re flexible! Most roles require a minimum of just 4 hours per month, but you can contribute more if you wish. No prior experience is necessary, as training and support are provided. If you’re looking to build skills for your CV, we can provide references on request.

Remote Opportunities
Can’t be on-site? No problem! We also have plenty of opportunities for remote volunteers, including marketing, research, and more.

To find out more, scroll down, or register your interest with our museum manager Aila via email aila.schafer@groamhouse.org

Ways You Can Help

We’ve grouped our volunteer opportunities into categories to make it easier to find a role that suits your interests and skills.

Museum & Visitor Experience
Engage with visitors and help create a memorable experience:
Museum Attendants: Greet visitors, share information, and handle gift shop sales.
Tourism Ambassadors: Help us connect with tour groups and organise special events.
Educational Outreach Assistants: Develop or deliver lesson plans and resources for local schools.

Behind the Scenes
Support essential operations and collections care:
Collections Care Volunteers: Help catalogue, maintain, and preserve the museum’s objects.
Administrators: Manage tasks like scheduling, notices, and IT-related activities.
Rota Schedulers: Coordinate volunteer schedules to keep everything running smoothly.

Creative & Digital Roles
Use your creativity and tech-savvy to amplify the museum’s impact:
Social Videographers: Create short videos to share the museum’s stories online.
Shop Project Managers: Create an online shop for Groam House.
Marketing Volunteers: Craft engaging social media posts, campaigns, and promotional materials.

Event Planning & Fundraising
Be part of a team that creates community events and raises vital funds:
FUNdraising Team Members: Organise events like book sales, concerts, and workshops.
Sponsorship Leads: Build partnerships with local businesses to support the museum.

Special Projects
Dive into unique one-off projects that make a big impact, for example, Translations Project to help us make exhibits accessible to international visitors.

Groundskeeping & Maintenance: Help creating an inviting and sustainable space.

 

Ready to Join Us?
Explore current volunteer opportunities:
On-Site Volunteer Roles
Remote Volunteer Roles
Volunteer Application Form

For questions or to express interest, contact Aila via email aila.schafer@groamhouse.org