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Become a Modern Docent

do·cent /do’sent/ 1 : a person who leads guided tours, especially through a museum or art gallery

Mod·ern Do·cent /mä’dern do’sent/
1 : a person who enhances a visitor's museum experience
2 : a person whose life is greatly enriched by their service at the Modern

The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth considers its docent program to be a valuable contribution to our community. The Museum is seeking volunteers who would like to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with visitors.

The benefits of being a Modern Docent include an in-depth training program, a complimentary Museum membership, invitations to special events, early notification of program offerings, and opportunities for continued education.

The training course for new docents begins in September 2010. If you are interested in becoming involved, please fill out the application provided at the link below and return it to the Assistant Curator of Education/Docent Programs by June 15. Interviews will be conducted over the summer and notification of entry into the training class will be sent by August 15. For more information, please contact the Assistant Curator of Education/Docent Programs at 817.840.2141 or tours@themodern.org.

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