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Volunteer At The National Aviary!

The National Aviary currently accepts volunteers in Horticulture, Marketing and Public Relations, Development and Animal Programs.

As a Marketing and Public Relations volunteer you will have the opportunity to assist with promotions and special events, along with helping that department in their daily duties. Contact Nuelsi M. Pales.

Horticulture volunteers help to maintain the plants located throughout the grounds of the National Aviary. They may also help with spring planting. Contact Tom Parsons.

As a Development volunteer you can assist our Development Department with office work or computer data entry. Contact Kelly McCoy.

Gift Shop and Visitor Center volunteers greet our guests, check in merchandise and help visitors pick out just the right gift. Contact Betsy Schwartz.

Animal Programs volunteers have the opportunity to learn about all of the work that goes into caring for the many birds at the National Aviary. There are opportunities to learn about husbandry, training and education, as the Animal Programs Department encompasses all of those areas. Learn more.

Docents are our front line! They greet guests, interpret at exhibits, give tours, assist with education programs and outreaches, and assist with interactive experiences. Learn more.

Aviary Ambassadors are people who love the Aviary and would like to help out by assisting with special events, promotional outreaches, and special projects. Learn more.




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The National Aviary is supported in part through membership, donations, and funding from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and the Allegheny Regional Asset District.