As a volunteer, you’ll research African American history in Southwest Ohio, including Cincinnati. You would work closely with our Education Director and would be able to complete research remotely and on their own schedule, though they must provide the museum with copies of all research compiled. Additionally their knowledge and expertise may be utilized to…
From greeting visitors in our gift shop and answering questions about the Village to selling merchandise, admissions, and memberships, there is always something to do and someone willing to train you!
As a volunteer, you’d act as our librarian during select public hours and by appointment to help the public with research. We have the resources to aid anyone from scholars to students to individuals researching their ancestry, but we need someone dedicated to history, learning, and books to act as a guide and protector in…
If you love history and are seeking the opportunity to share that passion with visitors, this is the perfect fit for you! You’ll educate the public on the history of Heritage Village during both special events and our 90-minute guided tours throughout the year. Tour guides are asked to wear period appropriate clothing.
Throughout the year Heritage Village Museum runs a variety of special events. Help anywhere from admissions and concessions to dressing in period clothing and interpreting our historic buildings or doing 19th century demonstrations, there is something for everyone!
Youll help by scanning tickets, checking Member Passes and identification, answering questions, providing directional information, and distributing promotional materials. Individuals must be outgoing, friendly and possess the ability to communicate with groups of all sizes and abilities. (Accommodations can be made for those who cannot stand for long periods.)
Do you love to dress in period costumes? Are science stage-shows your jam? Does the thought of being on a stage float your boat? You’ll work closely with our staff to deliver quality exhibit interpretations by giving context and a personal touch to the information presented. Behind-the-scenes help is welcome for those with costume repair…
You’ll help by assisting guests with the parking machines, welcoming guests and answering questions. This position takes place outside. (Accommodations can be made for those who cannot stand for long periods)
As a volunteer, you’ll be interacting with guests, answering content and directional questions, and ensuring the safety of artifacts. You’ll work alongside staff to welcome and engage with guests in our temporary and traveling exhibits. Exhibits change regularly so there is always something exciting and new.
Students who enter this long-term college/career prep program are trained to have an impact on the Museum Center’s youngest visitors. Participants are taught early childhood theory, developing and presenting educational demonstrations to the visitors.