Great Architecture Inspires. Share the Inspiration.

Volunteers present our Frank Lloyd Wright original sites and their historic neighborhoods in Chicago and Oak Park to an international audience, and help with special events and education programs. By donating at least four hours per month to the Trust's programs, volunteers share their knowledge and appreciation for architecture, design and the work of Frank Lloyd Wright. Our training program equips you to serve in a variety of volunteer positions. Continuing education opportunities engage volunteers and deepen their knowledge of history, art and architecture.

Join a community of like-minded individuals who cultivate lasting friendships, enjoy earned memberships, social gatherings, group excursions, access to an active online community, and shopping discounts.

Upcoming Classes

Come join the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust's upcoming Volunteer Training classes and join our volunteer team! Our Volunteer Interpreters (Docents) craft and deliver tours of our historic sites, sharing their significance and artistry while bringing their legacies to life for guests from around the world. Come join us!

To train as a Volunteer Interpreter, join us for one of our upcoming Volunteer Training classes. You will learn about the site's historic significance and artistry while also getting coached on public speaking and putting together your own tour.

Rookery Building Volunteer Training (2-Part Class)
Location: Rookery Building, 209 S. LaSalle St, Chicago, IL (Loop)

• CLASS 1 - Tuesday, September 9, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
• CLASS 2 - Tuesday, September 16, 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Robie House Volunteer Training (4-Part Class)
Location: Robie House, 5757 S. Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL (University of Chicago Campus, Hyde Park)

• CLASS 1 - Tuesday, October 22, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
• CLASS 2 - Tuesday, October 29, 6:30 - 8:30 pm 
• CLASS 3 - Tuesday, November 5, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
• CLASS 4 - Tuesday, November 12, 6:30 - 8:30 pm

If you love architecture, history, or Frank Lloyd Wright, come help us share these marvels with the world!

Interested in joining? Want to volunteer but can’t make some or all of the training dates? Have questions or concerns? Email us at volunteer@flwright.org

Donate your time and talents

Wright Plus Volunteer
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for the Wright Plus Housewalk! We send out a sign-up survey mid-March. If you are interested in volunteering for this year, Wright Plus 2025, please email flwright@flwright.org.

Guest Service Host (Seasonal role)
Guest Service Hosts greet and orient incoming groups, explain tour options to guests, and answer a wide range of questions. Hosts distribute Acoustiguide recorded tours, and collect, refresh, and recharge Acoustiguides after use. Hosts may also help with Trust holiday, open house, or member events.

Interpreter (Tour Guide)
Volunteer interpreters enhance the guest experience of Wright’s original sites by providing factual information and background about the site in a poised, comfortable and engaging manner.

The training process to become an active interpreter at a Frank Lloyd Wright Trust site requires a minimum of 4 weeks, and depending on the candidate’s prior experience, may extend to 8 weeks of self-study, observation, and practice tours.

Enrichment lectures, programs and events are scheduled from time to time by the Trust and offered to volunteers free of charge. Volunteers who complete 48 hours of service each year receive a complimentary Trust membership. Lead tours of the Home and Studio, Robie House, the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District in Oak Park, Unity Temple, and The Rookery Building.

Ready to become a volunteer?

• Contact us for an interview.
• You will receive a link to access PowerPoint presentations, a resource fact sheet, and a required reading list.