National Library Week - Exhibit Installation Support (Gallery / Museum Experience Preferred)

Get Connected Icon Apr 6, 2026 through Apr 24, 2026

Description

San Mateo Celebrates is a weeklong National Library Week festival (April 18–25), featuring free events at the Main Library and outreach across the city. We’re looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to help create a welcoming, well-run experience for all.

Volunteers needed: 2–4
Where: Main Library
Time: Flexible shifts in the 1–2 weeks leading up to the festival (plus optional light touch-ups during event week)

Overview:
We are seeking volunteers with gallery, museum, or exhibition installation experience to assist with installing visual components of San Mateo Celebrates. This includes framed works, signage, and small-scale installations throughout the library.

Duties:

  • Assist with layout and placement of exhibits (in coordination with staff)

  • Hang and align framed pieces

  • Install signage and supporting materials

  • Ensure clean, polished presentation of all visual elements

  • Support minor adjustments or touch-ups during event week as needed

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with gallery or museum installation

  • Strong attention to detail and spatial awareness

  • Comfortable using basic tools (level, hooks, mounting hardware)

  • Ability to follow a visual plan or layout direction

Location

Get Connected Icon 55 W 3rd Ave
San Mateo, CA  94402