Volunteers


Join the Interlochen community

Volunteers serve as important pillars of the Interlochen community. By dedicating their time, contributing their skills, and acting as ambassadors, volunteers help everything at Interlochen run more smoothly. We count on volunteers in multiple ways: leading tours, assisting visitors, sewing costumes, serving as ushers, planting flowers, raising funds, and even engaging with prospective students and alumni both on- and off-campus. Join us!

Get Involved

Find out more about on-campus and remote volunteering opportunities.

Give Back

Learn more about how you can make an impact on a young artist's life.

Concerts & Events

Check out our upcoming events and live webcasts.

Scholarshop

Show your Interlochen pride by shopping at our campus store.

Volunteer Spotlight: Ted Biederwieden

After his grandfather built a cabin in Michigan, Ted Beiderwieden started summering near Interlochen and would listen to Interlochen Public Radio. He went from avid IPR listener to Interlochen Center for the Arts' Volunteer of the Year several years in a row.

Read Ted's story

Ted Beiderwieden

Ted Beiderwieden volunteering at Interlochen Public Radio.

Contact Us

Want to make a difference at Interlochen? We’d love to welcome you as a volunteer! Whether near or far, we can help find the right opportunity for you, whether it's on-campus, off-campus, or online. Contact Alyssa Blaker for off-campus or online opportunities and Jennifer Richards for on-campus opportunities.

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Alyssa Blaker

Associate Director of Engagement

231.276.7441 231.276.7441 Send Email
Jennifer Richards

Jennifer Richards, CVA

Director of Customer Service and Volunteers

231.276.7638 231.276.7638 Send Email

Interlochen News

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A Day In The Life At Creative Writing Summer Camp: What To Expect

Ever wondered what it would be like to spend a day at a creative writing summer camp? Explore this sample schedule from Interlochen Arts Camp, which includes a masterclass from a top author, focused writing periods, and plenty of time to enjoy the outdoors with new friends.

Interlochen Arts Camp students pose in the Interlochen Bowl after “Les Préludes.”
A day in the life at a music summer camp: What to expect

Wondering what it’s like to be a student at Interlochen Arts Camp? Here’s a glimpse into both the high school and junior Camp experience.

An artist's rendering of the tunnel beneath J Maddy Parkway.
A safer, more connected Interlochen

A new pedestrian tunnel, set to begin construction in August, will permanently connect the Green Lake and Duck Lake sides of Interlochen's campus.

Upcoming Events
Aug
12

Music, Featured Artist

moe.

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 - 7 p.m. ET

Corson Auditorium Tickets Starting At $58

Aug
12

Music, ICCA Student

ICCA Adult Chamber Music Camp: Invoke Quartet Recital

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 - 8 p.m. ET

Dendrinos Chapel and Recital Hall FREE, no tickets required

Aug
13

Music, ICCA Faculty

Thalea String Quartet

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 - 8 p.m. ET

Corson Auditorium FREE, no tickets required