Volunteer

Volunteer at the OCHM

Volunteers are the foundation of the Ocean City Historical Museum. They are the first people to greet visitors as they enter through our front doors. Volunteers staff our special events, such as the Grace Kelly Tea, Youth Programs: Mysteries of History, and Film Gala. They are trained to give tours of the museum, and perform many other fun and interesting activities. If you would like to join our dedicated team, please call 609-399-1801 or email info@ocnjmuseum.org.

Volunteer Opportunities

Welcome Desk & Gift Shop
Museum Guide & Docent

Schedule and hours are flexible, and no experience is required. Training will be provided.

Become part of Ocean City’s History, volunteer today!

Background

The Ocean City Historical Museum is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation established in April of 1964. It was created by a group of enthusiastic volunteers with the support of the local government. The purpose of the Museum is to preserve the city’s history for future generations for both visitors and residents.

The first museum was located on the first floor of the old elementary school at 409 Wesley Avenue. It was only open during the summer of its first full year, as the building was still being used as a school. In July of 1965, it was opened for year round visitors when the school moved to its new location. The museum moved to its current location at the Ocean City Community Center at 1735 Simpson Avenue in 1990.