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The Explainers are volunteer Museum ambassadors, ages 8 to18, who help guests understand the who, what, where and why of the exhibits. |
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| Jim Edwards jed@chartermi.net |
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~ Real Leadership through Real Experiences and a whole lot of FUN! ~
The Explainers are a group of volunteers, ages 8 to18. The title Explainers was given to them because of the importance of their explanation of how the Museum works. These museum ambassadors help the guests understand the who, what, where and why of the exhibits. This youth empowerment / leadership program explores the concepts and teachings of how to lead and make effective decisions. This goal is achieved through actual leadership experiences at the Museum. The youth work closely with the UPCM staff members who serve as mentors. Some of the duties the Explainers perform include:
- Working with visitors of the Museum to help others better understand the exhibits.
- Helping parties run smoothly.
- Giving input on how to make exhibits better .
- Planing, implementing, greeting and hosting special events.
- Work in the Dino Store
- Answer phones
- Help with animal maintenance, handling and care
The Explainers Program is conducted at the U.P. Children's Museum seven days a week.
Special Events: Several times a month the Explainers have the chance to participate in a special activity. Often we go into the community and explore the behind the scenes workings of local leaders or we discover an aspect of our community we never knew existed. We also like to have Explainer Socials, giving Explainers the chance to meet other Explainers they may not know or work with.
Special Awards: Every three months an Explainer who goes above and beyond the call of duty receives the Explainer of the Quarter award. This award is granted to the hard working youth volunteer at a Marquette City Commission meeting. The event is televised and the mayor presents the award to the Explainer. Before or afterwards the Explainer is treated to an ice cream sundae.
How to become an Explainer: The first Friday of every month a training is conducted at the Museum from 6-8 p.m. A mandatory parent training takes place from 7:30 to 8 p.m. Please call the Museum at 226-3911 to reserve a spot at the next training.