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1 person is interested
Anthropology Volunteer - Feather Distribution Project
ORGANIZATION: Illinois State Museum
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1 person is interested
The Museum seeks adult volunteers to help with The Feather Distribution Project, which provides macaw, parrot, and wild turkey feathers to Native American peoples free-of-charge. Volunteers are needed to sort feathers for 1-3 hours at a time, preferably on Wednesdays, during normal business hours. Volunteers must be able to pay close attention to detail, have good color vision, and no feather allergies. Training is provided. This position is located at the Museum’s Research & Collections Center in Springfield. This is a good opportunity for someone interested in traditional Native American cultures.
For an application or more information contact Beth Shea at volunteer@museum.state.il.us or 217-782-5507.
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About Illinois State Museum
Location:
502 South Spring Street, c/o Education Section, Illinois State Museum, Springfield, IL 62706, US
Mission Statement
The Illinois State Museum promotes discovery, learning, and an appreciation of Illinois' natural, cultural, and artistic heritage.
Description
The Illinois State Museum is the only museum with the mission to document and present the story of Illinois. As an institution, we aspire to achieve prominence and be recognized for the quality and vitality of our programs that help tell this story. Through the integration of research, collections, and education, the Museum strives to promote learning and inspire stewardship and sustainable use of Illinois' natural and cultural resources, thereby improving the quality of life of our citizenry.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
ISM Research & Collections Center1011 E. Ash St.Springfield, IL 62703
DATE POSTED
April 13, 2015
SKILLS
- Anthropology
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 1-3 hours per week, Wednesdays preferred