Opportunities at The Westmoreland

To learn more about this Pennsylvania Council on the Arts grant program, please click here.

The Westmoreland seeks proposals from artists living or working in Westmoreland County for the Bells Across PA art series to commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the United States in 2026. Submission deadline is April 10.

The selected artist will execute their designs on a three-feet tall, ready-to-paint, fiberglass bell sculpture, and will be paid a $1,250.00 honorarium by America250PA to cover materials, and to compensate their time and labor. Bells will be on display either inside or outside the Museum from December 31, 2025 through December 31, 2026. Bells will also be featured in a 2026 Commemorative Map with artist information on America250PA’s website and social media platforms.

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Docents guide visitor-centered tours of the permanent collection and special exhibitions for groups of all ages including K-12 school tours, college students, adult groups, and the general public. We are looking for volunteers of all ages and backgrounds with an interest in lifelong learning.  Good public speaking and listening skills, the ability to work well with people of all ages, and flexibility are helpful, but no experience is required!  

The annual commitment is 100 hours a year (plus 20 hours for new docents training for 1^st-year).  Other expectations include:

• One year of docent service after training 
• New docent training: October – February  (2 hours each month) 
• Monthly docent meetings 
• Special exhibition training 
• Selected museum program attendance (panel discussions, lectures, artist tours/talks) 
• Guiding tours  

Benefits:

• Personal and intellectual growth 
• Annual docent field trip and celebration 
• Free coffee/tea from Café Marchand on training and tour days 
• 20% discount in the Museum Shop 

The application for 2023-2024 docent class is open until October 12, 2023.
To apply to be a Volunteer Docent, please complete the form here.

Please contact Amanda Denham, Education Programs Manager, adenham@thewestmoreland.org  724-837-1500 x141 with inquires.

The Westmoreland is in search of artists and makers to host Pop-Up Studios. Pop-Up Studios are geared towards adults (ages 18 and above) and take place once a month on a Wednesday evening, 6-8pm, in the Museum studio. These classes give adult attendees the opportunity to discover different techniques, work with various types of media and explore their creative side in a relaxing environment with snacks, drinks and expert instruction. Interested in hosting a Pop-Up Studio or have some questions? Please contact Studio Programs Coordinator Michael Carsone at 724.837.1500 x 146 or mcarsone@thewestmoreland.org.