Become a Volunteer at the History Center!
Whether you're an introvert or an extrovert; an outdoor person or will do anything to keep away from bugs; or are a total history nerd or just kind of interested, we have a place for you as a volunteer. We do NOT currently have volunteer openings in our archives or collections area.
General Volunteer Opportunities
| Outdoor Work |  Lawn mowing; seasonal clean up; tilling; snow plowing |
| Archives and Library | Record gathering and computer entry; scanning and digitizing; inventory; and patron assistance |
| Collections | Inventorying and cataloging; artifact rehousing and cleaning |
| Special Events | Greet visitors at History Center events; help with field trips; interact with guests at events |
| Concessions | Assist with concessions (handle money and food) at Roosters base ball home games |
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Third-grade field trip assistant
- Must have experience working with young students
- Two training sessions and a background check are required
Storytime
- Read books to kids at our monthly Storytime
- One Saturday/month, 10–11 AM
- Enjoy working with young kids (experience preferred)
How to apply:
Please fill out this volunteer application and once it has been submitted, we will work with you to schedule an orientation of the History Center to show you all of the really great volunteering opportunities that we have here.
Please click here to access our online application.
Thank you so much, and if you have any questions, please contact us at education@olmstedhistory.com.