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29 people are interested
Event Volunteers Needed
ORGANIZATION: Fraunces Tavern Museum
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29 people are interested
Fraunces Tavern Museum hosts a popular lecture series on topics related to the American Revolution and Colonial New York. The lectures are attended by an enthusiastic and knowledgeable public in which esteemed authors and historians from around the country present their most recent work.
Volunteers are needed to assist with taking admissions for the event and help with maintaining the refreshments table as needed (light refreshments of crackers, wine, and cheese are served). Once the presentation begins, volunteers are welcome to attend.
Lectures occur once a month on a Thursday evening. There is no definite week of the month when lectures are scheduled, but the dates are typically confirmed and set about six months in advance, so there is good amount of advance notice. The time commitment on a lecture evening is two and a half hours from 5:30PM - 8PM, including partial set-up and clean-up.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys learning about history in a social setting and participating in special events. Experience in customer service is preferred.
If interested, there is potential for event volunteers to become more involved with the Museum through our docent program.
More opportunities with Fraunces Tavern Museum
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About Fraunces Tavern Museum
Location:
54 Pearl Street, New York, NY 10004, US
Mission Statement
Fraunces Tavern Museum's mission is to educate the public and encourage the exploration of Colonial, Revolutionary War, Early Republic, and early New York City history. Housed in the building where George Washington said farewell to his officers at the close of the American Revolution, the Museum places particular emphasis on the history of the tavern and Lower Manhattan during the Revolutionary War period.
Description
Fraunces Tavern Museum fulfills this mission by preserving and interpreting historic Fraunces Tavern; collecting, preserving and interpreting artifacts relating to the site and Colonial, Revolutionary War, Early Republic, and early New York City history; and presenting a variety of exhibitions, publications, and public and educational programs. The earlist parts of what is today the Fraunces Tavern Museum Complex date back to 1719 when Stephen DeLancey built the original structure as an elegant residence for his family. In 1762, the property was purchased by Samuel Fraunces, who turned it into one of the most popular taverns of the day. Best know as the site of Washington's farewell to his officers at the Revolution's close, the tavern also played a significant role in pre-Revolutionary activities, and after the war housed the offices of the Departments of Treasury, War and Foreign Affairs.
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Fraunces Tavern Museum54 Pearl StreetNew York, NY 10004
DATE POSTED
October 23, 2014
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REQUIREMENTS
- 2 & 1/2 hours in the evening (5:30 -8pm), monthly