Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum Docent

The Reagan Library Docent program is an unpaid volunteer role at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, open to students as well as retirees and working adults who want to share the history of President Reagan's life and presidency with museum visitors. The library describes the role as becoming a storyteller of history, and no background in museums or public speaking is needed to get started. Docents lead tours for visitors and staff stations throughout the museum, working under the supervision of the library's Volunteer Program Coordinator. The library expects docents to give guests professional, polished service. Before taking on tours, new docents complete a series of training classes. Once trained, each volunteer commits to a standing four-hour shift every week, which makes this a steady, ongoing commitment rather than a short summer program. The position is in person at the library in Simi Valley, California. It is not paid, and the library does not list any fee to take part. Verbal communication and customer service skills are helpful in the role, and docents should expect a routine background check and fingerprinting as part of joining. The library accepts docents on an ongoing basis rather than as a set cohort.

Must be at least 16 years old; students, retirees, and working adults may apply. No formal education, public speaking, or museum experience needed. Must commit to a weekly four-hour shift, complete training classes, and pass a background check with fingerprinting. Apply through the online volunteer application.