Our Mission
The Great Lakes Children’s Museum provides a foundation for lifelong learning through play-based exploration.
Why Is It Important?
We believe every child can benefit from having a safe and welcoming place to explore the world around them at their own pace and in their own way. Great Lakes Children’s Museum exhibits and programs are designed to provide those opportunities for learning as a foundation to developing a lifelong love of learning.
Children also benefit from interaction with adult caregivers – and that benefit increases with quantity of interaction and frequency. Children’s museums, in general, help children learn through play and help adults learn TO play. Both parties benefit from the experience.
Our Vision & Core Values
Together, we cultivate curious kids!
Kids
The center of everything we do
Curiosity
Encourage creativity, play and life-long learning
Integrity
Do the right thing, even when it is hard
Collaboration
Intentionally seek meaningful and lasting relationships
Inclusivity
Value, respect and welcome everyone
Media Releases
Click the links below for PDF news releases & media advisories. Links will open in a new window.
If you would like to be added to our media list, please email your name, media outlet, and contact information to impact@glcm.org.
Job Postings
We are hiring! Join our team!
Satellite Site Guest Services Assistant
Part-Time, Temporary (March 25 through April 5)
Hours: 9:00 – 5:00
$14.00 /hour
Greet guests and sell admission tickets to our Spring Break Satellite Site down the hall from Curiosity Place. No previous experience needed; but strong customer service skills are necessary. Up to 2 positions available.
Guest Services Assistant
Part-Time
Hours: Opening Shift 8:30 – 3:00, Closing Shift 10:30 – 5:30, Evenings optional
$15 /hour starting wage, $16 once training is complete (2-6 weeks)
Greet and orient guests, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Sell admission tickets, memberships, Museum store items, and event tickets through POS system. Cash handling and credit card processing. Opening/Closing procedures including cleaning restrooms and exhibits. Check email, communicate with teammates, solve problems.
This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to operate a computer and tablet, ability to clean (picking up toys, mopping, vacuuming), and ability to work as part of a team.
Check out our unpaid positions on our Volunteering Page!