The Apothecary has two primary volunteer positions: tour guide and greeter. These volunteer are essential to the Apothecary's guest experience, helping orient visitors to the museum and sharing it's amazing history through 45 minute tours. Please note the museum does involve some limited stair climbing.

Both volunteer positions are asked to sign up for one approximately four-hour shift per month after completing their training. Greeter shifts are largely available weekend afternoons, and tour guide shifts are available every day the museum is open, both weekends and weekdays.

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about other volunteer opportunities at the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator or call the Museum at 703.746.3852.

The Apothecary Museum hosts a tour guide training class every late summer/early fall. The next training kicks-off Saturday, August 26 in the morning with an in-person workshop. It continues with four, once-per-week virtual classes, and wraps up with a second in-person workshop the morning of September 30. Participants will end the series ready to complete their tour verification. All interested individuals should apply to attend the classes. If you are unavailable for one of the dates, please note in your application and staff will do their best to accommodate. 

If we can not meet your needs right away for a rewarding volunteer experience, you may want to consider volunteering at another Alexandria museum. And be sure to join check our Calendar of Events for festivals, lectures, and other fun and interesting ways to participate.

Interested in volunteering? Submit a volunteer application to receive an invitation to the next training class. 

Current volunteers receive free parking during their shifts and a discount in the museum shop. Volunteers also receive free reciprocal admission to other museums in Alexandria and throughout the region. Ongoing professional development opportunities are provided about Alexandria’s history, the museum’s history specifically, and interpretation and public speaking techniques.