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This volunteer opportunity offers the individual a 4-month behind-the-scenes training designed to familiarize the volunteer with the breadth and depth of the world's largest library. Classes are held twice weekly each Fall (Tuesdays and Thursdays) from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Following the classroom presentations, each docent-in-training is expected to take a group on a 45-minute qualifying tour of the Great Hall and Main Reading Room in the Thomas Jefferson Building. Graduation ceremonies are held in December, after which the docent will begin formal duties.


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The Library of Congress >> Visiting the Library Home >> Volunteer Opportunities
July 8, 2009

Interested in volunteering at
the Library of Congress?

Applying to be a volunteer at the Library of Congress is easy! Select a volunteer position (Docent, Information Desk, Researcher Guidance), indicate times you're available, give us a little information about yourself, submit the form, and we'll get back to you.