“Children’s literature is the first literature and the first art that children are exposed to. It should be good. And when it is, it should be given respect.”
William Joyce, Author/Illustrator

You can share your knowledge and love of children’s picture books with visitors of the NCCIL. With guidance from staff experts, our more than volunteers help with NCCIL knowledge, guide tours, give gallery talks, offer fun hands-on experiences, and more. You’ll meet people of all ages from across the U.S. and around the world and help them make memories of a lifetime.

Various volunteer opportunities include:

Greeting and recording number of visitors

Preparing materials for school tours
Assisting with programming – this may include leading tours and facilitating art activities
Reading for a story time
Art Walk (2nd Thursday of the month)
Family Fun Saturday (Saturdays, 10 am-1 pm)

CALF (2nd weekend of June)

Ready to apply? Fill out the information below and someone will be in contact with you soon!

Still have questions? Email anna@nccil.org for more information.

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