Volunteer at West Shore

Become part of the story.

West Shore is built, cared for, and shared by volunteers. There are many ways to help preserve this place and welcome the people who come to explore it.

I’m interested in volunteering →

Three West Shore volunteers working on the museum boardwalk
How you can help

Many hands keep West Shore going.

Whether you enjoy meeting people, working outdoors, caring for collections, or helping behind the scenes, there is a place to contribute.

Welcome visitors

Help guests get oriented, answer questions, and share the warmth of West Shore.

Events

Support museum events, special programs, and community gatherings.

Gardens & grounds

Help care for trails, gardens, shoreline access, boardwalks, and outdoor spaces.

Boats & artifacts

Support preservation and care of the vessels, fishing equipment, exhibits, and historic objects.

Local history & archives

Help preserve, organize, and share materials connected to the fishing community and local history.

Behind the scenes

Lend a hand with projects, maintenance, communications, and the many practical tasks that keep an all-volunteer museum moving.

Why volunteer?

Help keep a piece of Green Bay history alive.

Volunteers make it possible for visitors to experience the boats, Bailey House, archives, trails, shoreline, and stories that make West Shore unique.

Interested?

Email volunteer@westshorefishingmuseum.org and tell us a little about how you would like to help.

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