Besser Museum
is a 501(c)3 non-profit charitable organization.
The Besser Museum is a 501 (c)(3), non-profit, membership corporation stewarded by its own Board of Trustees.
The museum receives no continuing financial support from federal, state, or local government entities or millage.
Operational support is generated through admission fees, membership dues, awarded grants and donations.
Besser Museum is an accrediated museum by the American Alliance of Museums.
Our vision is a community that can explore the dynamic story of Northeast Michigan's interconnected natural resources and cultural heritage
through the ability to navigate the past, illuminate the present, and imagine the future.
YOU CAN MAKE A CHANGE
IN THE LIFE
OF ONE CHILDTODAY
The Power of Volunteering
Here at the Besser Museum we value our volunteers so much. We are always looking for volunteers to help lead and teach school groups, organize our array of historical photos, general cleaning to help our building look in tip-top shape, and many other areas.
Why Volunteer?
It's rewarding! The work you do here at the museum is a service to our community. You are helping to preserve the history of Alpena's past and are influencing the present at the same time.
There is no commitment. Whether you have 2 hours a week or month, we are always happy to have your presence at the museum.
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Museum Guide
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Building maintenance
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Special Events
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Cataloging / data entry
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Resource Room
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Log Cabin Day
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Fall Harvest Fest
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Outreach educator
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Research
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Assist with school groups
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Collections
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Cleaning
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Planetarium assistant
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Bulk mailing
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Exhibit preparation
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Receptions
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Grounds care
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Season of Light
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Garden club
Volunteer Opportunities
The VOLUNTEER Experience
