Museum Docents
Founded in 1967 to provide educational experiences for the broader Princeton community, the Princeton University Art Museum Docent Association is an integral part of the Art Museum’s educational initiatives.
All Museum Docents:
- Conduct tours for children and adults as well as our weekend Highlights Tours
- Welcome and orient our visitors by staffing the Information Desk
- Attend General Meetings, held on Monday afternoons during the academic year, which provide continuing education and serve as a forum for dialogue
Docents help run many of our family, K–12, and adult programs, including:
- Art for Families: Docents assist children and their families with our Saturday morning Art for Families program. Activities include self-guided tours, hands-on art projects, and storytelling.
- Frances Lange Public Schools Program: This program brings elementary school children from Trenton-area schools to the Art Museum over the course of a year to learn about world art and cultures.
- Family Day: This popular annual event, which attracts more than 1,000 people, offers hands-on activities, live performances, storytelling, and scavenger hunts.
- Adult Mini Courses: Designed for self-organized groups of twelve to fifteen people, mini courses consist of three docent-led sessions, held once a week for three consecutive weeks.
For questions, please contact Brice Batchelor Hall at bricebhall@princeton.edu or 609-258-7268.
Museum Docents are required to become a member of the Art Museum by joining the Friends. There are many benefits to being a Friend, and your commitment to and support of the Art Museum is essential to your role as a Docent. We strive to welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. If joining the Friends is a financial concern, a limited number of complimentary memberships are available.