L.A. museum needs volunteers

The Docent Council of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art is seeking volunteers to lead tours of the museum's collections.

An art background is not required, but volunteers should have an interest in learning about art and working with students.

In addition to giving tours, docents may attend behindthescenes museum tours, receive invitations to view private collections throughout Southern California and attend lectures.

Docents are given a one-year training course in art history and touring techniques.

Application deadline is March 12, 2009.

For more information, call (323) 857-6119 or e-mail Admissions@lacmadocent.org.