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6 people are interested
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ORGANIZATION: Historic Newton
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6 people are interested
Are you detail oriented, computer savvy, and interested in historic documents? Help us better understand the history of the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds by transcribing the inventory of a 19th-century catalog from the Kenrick Nursery into a spreadsheet. Historic Newton staff and garden volunteers use the information from these catalogs to help plan gardens and interpretation at the museum. This volunteer project can be done at the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds or can be done remotely. The position requires sitting, screen reading, and use of a computer. The project timeline can be arranged between the project supervisor and volunteer.
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No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Historic Newton
Location:
527 Washington Street, Newton, MA 02458, US
Mission Statement
Historic Newton encourages inquiry about and exploration of Newton within the broad context of American History. To accomplish this mission, we maintain historic properties that interpret Newton's past and present. We collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit historical artifacts of local significance and present public programs that involve the diverse population of Newton and the region.
Description
Historic Newton is a public/private partnership between the City of Newton and the Newton Historical Society. Historic Newton:
Operates two museums: the Jackson Homestead and Museum and the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds.
Maintains three historic burying grounds in the City of Newton.
Collects, preserves, interprets, and exhibits historic artifacts of local significance.
Offers workshops, lectures, walking tours, discussions, and other educational programs that educate and involve the diverse population of Newton and the region.
Maintains an archive of historic documents, photographs, maps, and other materials related to the history of Newton.
Promotes and celebrates historic research and preservation in and about the City of Newton.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
286 Waverley AveNewton, MA 02458
DATE POSTED
April 24, 2015
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- PC Platform
- Data Entry
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Short-term project
- Can be done on site or remotely