We are celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Old Coast Guard Station!

Click HERE to contribute to our Anniversary Campaign Drive. As our gift to you, you will receive a 8"x10" print of "The Old Coast Guard Station" by artist Taylor Ikin.

Membership & Giving - Volunteer

The Old Coast Guard Station has a corps of about 60 volunteers and uses them in several ways:

Tour guides in the galleries (docents). Training is provided.
Shop assistants in the museum store.
Special events such as receptions, special projects, fund raisers.

You can volunteer for a regularly scheduled time or work as a substitute volunteer. Volunteers are scheduled for two time periods daily -- 10:00 am - 1:30 pm and 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm. Sunday afternoon volunteers are scheduled from 12 noon - 2:30 pm and 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm.

To find out more about volunteer opportunities, call the volunteer coordinator at the museum: 757.422.1587 or send an email.

The Young Affiliates (YA's) of the Old Coast Guard Museum is a group of diverse young professionals who all share a passion for preserving and honoring our maritime heritage. Our goal is to spread awareness and support the museum through social, educational, and fundraising activities.

Becoming a member of the YA's requires a minimum museum donation of $25 and a desire to increase productivity. All members will receive reduced admission to events, newsletters, & more. For more information or to join, click here.

Education Internship Available

The Old Coast Guard Station has opportunites for internships in a variety of museum and education aspects. For more information or to apply, call 757-422-1587 or send us an email.