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Support

Thank you for your interest in supporting the mission of The Center for the Arts & Sciences and our programs! The Center relies on both financial support of individuals and organizations and the support of volunteers willing to offer their time and expertise to enrich the lives of those seeking out arts and science experiences.

One of the most special features of The Center is the many ways volunteers and donors can make a significant impact on our community. You can customize your dollars and your time to go to the program that means the most to you. You will find a description and donation portal for each of our programs as well as methods of supporting the operations of The Center, itself. You may also convert any donation into a tribute or memorial simply by following the instructions of the online form that will appear when you click a link below.

If you are looking for ways to volunteer at The Center, simply review the volunteer opportunities on the ‘Volunteer’ tab. If you wish for our Volunteer Coordinator to contact you, simply complete the online form found under the Volunteer Interest Form tab. We will work to find the perfect fit for you! If you would prefer to speak with a staff member over the phone, please call us at (979) 265-7661 during normal business hours.

Our Programs

Events Calendar

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Volunteer Open House

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7 events,

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Spring Astronomy Night

2 events,

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6 events,

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Networking Under the Stars

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“Legends” concert

Support The Center

2023-2024 Season Benefits

Full Circle Sampler

Benefits (beginning September 2023)

Enjoy an exciting season at The Center (and beyond) with memberships to each Partner Group with this “sampler” package! 

  • Brazosport Fine Arts Council membership (voting level membership) + $50 donation to Center Operations
  • Brazosport Art League Single Artist membership (valid through Sept. 30, 2024)
  • 5 adult Flex Tickets to Brazosport Center Stages*  (to be used in any combination to 2023/2024 regular season shows)
  • Brazosport Museum of Natural Science individual membership (valid Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, 2024)
  • BASF Planetarium individual membership
  • 4 adult Flex Tickets to Brazosport Symphony Orchestra* (to be used in any combination to 2023/2024 regular season concerts)

*Reservations required to redeem BCS & BSO Flex Tickets

Brazosport Fine Arts Council Membership

Membership Benefits (beginning October 2023)

Your 100% tax deductible donation entitles
you to attend the annual membership meeting and
vote on major decisions. 

Brazosport Fine Arts Council provides administrative,
maintenance and facilities support for all of our programs. BFAC helps keep costs down for each of our programs so they can continue to concentrate on providing superior cultural and educational activities. Help continue this legacy today!

Brazosport Art League Membership

Membership Benefits

Members are eligible to exhibit their art in various shows and BAL galleries, receive discounts and have voting rights for BAL leadership/governance. BAL memberships are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase. 

Limited participation with Junior memberships

Brazosport Center Stages

2023-2024 Season Tickets

Flex Tickets available through September 8.

  • Adult Flex Tickets – $18 each ($4 savings per ticket)
  • Student Flex Tickets – $13 each ($3 savings per ticket).
    Please allow two business days for processing.

Valid for any 2023/2024 regular season show (total of 6 shows). Flex tickets provide a discount on tickets to shows, but DO NOT reserve seats at performances. You MUST reserve your seats prior to each Center Stages show. Reservations may be made online, in person or by calling (979) 265-7661 during The Center’s regular business hours (Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM).

Brazosport Museum of Natural Science Membership

Membership Benefits (beginning January 2024)

  • All members receive a 10% DISCOUNT on Museum Gift Shop purchases.
  • Discount on Mondays at the Museum (Summer at The Center).
  • Voting privileges within BMNS.

BASF Planetarium Membership

2023-2024 Season Membership Benefits

  • Individual single admission to all shows.
  • Family & Friends 4 admissions to all shows.
  • Patron 6 admissions to all shows, recognition in the BASF Planetarium lobby.
  • Sponsor Patron benefits plus free entry for guests.
  • Show Sponsor Sponsor benefits plus recognition for 1 show.
  • Lifetime free admission for a lifetime.
  • Annual Underwriter Show Sponsor benefits plus recognition at all shows. 

Members must make reservations prior to each BASF Planetarium show. Reservations may be made online, in person or by calling (979) 265-7661 during The Center’s regular business hours (Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM). The planetarium box office opens 30 minutes prior to each show.

Brazosport Symphony Orchestra

2023-2024 Season Ticket / Membership Benefits

  • Adult Season Ticket Package (6 tickets total) – $180 each.
  • Student Season Ticket Package (6 tickets total) – $96 each.

Season ticket holders/members have the following three options:

  • Choose the same seats as the 2022-2023 season.
  • Select new seats.
  • Switch from season tickets to Flex tickets.

Seat selection available through September 1.

If you select Flex Tickets, you MUST reserve your seats prior each concert. Reservations may be made online, in person or by calling (979) 265-7661 during The Center’s regular business hours (Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM).

Please allow two business days for processing.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers make a positive impact on our community — we would love for you to join us! To volunteer at The Center or with any of our partner groups, please contact The Center’s Volunteer Coordinator, Amanda Helms at ahelms@bcfas.org or 979-265-7661. 

PLEASE NOTE: All volunteers at The Center will be subject to a background check prior to being eligible to volunteer. 

Please review this manual for volunteers at The Center.

You can also use the Volunteer Interest tab to submit your interest online.

We are located at 400 College Blvd., Clute, TX 77531

Our Volunteers:

  • Keep admission to our Museum and Art Gallery free of charge.
  • Ensure performances are reasonably priced.
  • Bring life to our fun, educational and impactful programs!

Please find below just some of the current open volunteer positions.

Position Partner Group Min. Hours Details
Gallery Attendant
Art League
3 (consecutive) per Month
Museum Attendant
Museum of Natural Science
3 (consecutive) per Month
Set Builders
Center Stages
4 per Week
Set Painters
Center Stages
4 per Week
Planetarium Docent
Planetarium
3 (consecutive) per Month
Planetarium Show Presenters
Planetarium
3 (consecutive) per Month
Planetarium Tech Person
Planetarium
3 (consecutive) per Month

Volunteer Interest

  • Volunteers make a positive impact on our community — we would love for you to join us!

    Please fill out the following information to be contacted regarding volunteer opportunities at The Center.

    * indicates required field
    During which hours are you available for volunteer assignments?
  • Summarize special skills and qualifications you have acquired from employment, previous volunteer work, or through other activities, including hobbies or sports.
  • Summarize your previous volunteer experience.

Our Programs

Events Calendar

Calendar of Events

S Sun

M Mon

T Tue

W Wed

T Thu

F Fri

S Sat

1 event,

2 events,

4 events,

2 events,

3 events,

2 events,

5 events,

-

Volunteer Open House

3 events,

3 events,

7 events,

3 events,

3 events,

2 events,

5 events,

1 event,

3 events,

5 events,

3 events,

2 events,

4 events,

6 events,

Spring Astronomy Night

2 events,

2 events,

6 events,

3 events,

4 events,

Networking Under the Stars

4 events,

4 events,

2 events,

2 events,

6 events,

2 events,

2 events,

0 events,

2 events,

0 events,

2 events,

3 events,

4 events,

3 events,

1 event,

3 events,

“Legends” concert

Gallery Attendant

Gallery attendants welcome visitors to the art gallery and encourage them to sign in to the guest book. Attendants learn about the current and upcoming exhibits and events to provide visitor information and to be able to answer basic questions about the exhibit, Brazosport Art League and The Center for the Arts & Sciences. The attendant is also responsible for art sales transactions and must be confident with cash handling and credit card processing. The attendant helps ensure the safety of guests and the preservation of the art on display.
(Minimum hours per month: 3 consecutive)

To volunteer at The Center or with any of our partner groups, please contact The Center’s Volunteer Coordinator, Amanda Helms at ahelms@bcfas.org or 979-265-7661.

You can also use the Volunteer Interest tab to submit your interest online.

Museum Attendant

Museum attendants welcome visitors to Brazosport Museum of Natural Science and encourage them to sign in to the guest book. Attendants also learn about the current and upcoming exhibits and events to provide visitor information and to be able to answer basic questions about the exhibits, Brazosport Museum of Natural Science and The Center for the Arts & Sciences. The attendant is also responsible for gift shop sales transactions and must be confident with cash handling and credit card processing. The attendant also helps ensure the safety of guests and the preservation of the exhibits and artifacts on display.
(Minimum hours per month: 3 consecutive)

To volunteer at The Center or with any of our partner groups, please contact The Center’s Volunteer Coordinator, Amanda Helms at ahelms@bcfas.org or 979-265-7661.

You can also use the Volunteer Interest tab to submit your interest online.

Set Builders

During the time a Center Stages play is in production, set builders work on Saturdays (usually 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM) and, occasionally, during some weekdays, as volunteer availability allows. Volunteers should have a background in safe construction practices, including using various types of power tools. Though not necessary, set construction volunteers are encouraged to bring and use their own well-maintained and safe power tools. Wood is usually the most typical construction material, though occasionally other materials, such as metal, are used.
(Minimum hours per week: 4)

To volunteer at The Center or with any of our partner groups, please contact The Center’s Volunteer Coordinator, Amanda Helms at ahelms@bcfas.org or 979-265-7661.

You can also use the Volunteer Interest tab to submit your interest online.

Set Painters

Once it is built, it is time to add detail and color to the set. Set painters of various talent and experience levels can contribute to this fun and satisfying task. Novices can apply basic “base coats” of paint while more accomplished artists can follow behind add the detail (color, texture, shadow and highlight). Bring the set to vibrant life by volunteering as a set painter!
(Minimum hours per week: 4)

To volunteer at The Center or with any of our partner groups, please contact The Center’s Volunteer Coordinator, Amanda Helms at ahelms@bcfas.org or 979-265-7661.

You can also use the Volunteer Interest tab to submit your interest online.

Planetarium Docent – Hospitality Person

You would greet guests when they come in and help them feel welcome to explore the exhibits and displays in the lobby and in the dome.  Sometimes the dome will be closed while preparing for the show so the guests need to discover the lobby computers and displays. 
(Minimum hours per month: 3 consecutive)

To volunteer at The Center or with any of our partner groups, please contact The Center’s Volunteer Coordinator, Amanda Helms at ahelms@bcfas.org or 979-265-7661.

You can also use the Volunteer Interest tab to submit your interest online.

Planetarium Show Presenters or “Edutainers”

This person needs to have some acting skills  to entertain our guests as well as educate them.  The scripts will be written already so delivery of the content is all this person needs to do.  A love of Astronomy and Space will help.
(Minimum hours per month: 3 consecutive)

To volunteer at The Center or with any of our partner groups, please contact The Center’s Volunteer Coordinator, Amanda Helms at ahelms@bcfas.org or 979-265-7661.

You can also use the Volunteer Interest tab to submit your interest online.

Planetarium Tech Person

This person will run the computers.  They will bring the stars and space to the guests in the Dome.  If you loved playing video games at some time in your life you will be the perfect person for this volunteer position. 
(Minimum hours per month: 3 consecutive)

To volunteer at The Center or with any of our partner groups, please contact The Center’s Volunteer Coordinator, Amanda Helms at ahelms@bcfas.org or 979-265-7661.

You can also use the Volunteer Interest tab to submit your interest online.