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30 people are interested
Lead our tours and gain great public speaking experience!
ORGANIZATION: Brinton 1704 House and Historic Site
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30 people are interested
We are looking for individuals to lead the tours of our historic house and grounds. Weeekends from May to October, and throughout the remainder of the year as needed. Great opportunity to gain valuable public speaking and education experience. If you have an interest in Pennsylvania history, working with museum objects, or education, give us a call!
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About Brinton 1704 House and Historic Site
Location:
21 Oakland Road, West Chester, PA 19382, US
Mission Statement
It is the mission of the Brinton Association of America to: Preserve, maintain and operate the William Brinton 1704 House, grounds, buildings and collections. Provide an interpretation of Quaker life in the Brandywine Valley during the early colonial period. Preserve and promote the history of the Brinton Family in America.
Description
The Brinton 1704 House Museum is a restored Quaker home located in Delaware County near West Chester, Pennsylvania, and is a designated National Historic Landmark. The 1704 House is operated as a historic museum and is open for public tours on Saturdays and Sundays from May 1 to October 31.
The House was built in 1704 in Pennsylvania Colony by William Brinton, Jr., who moved to the American Colonies in 1684 with his parents to escape religious persecution of Quakers in England. Today, his descendants own and operate the house museum, and have dedicated the site to expanding our understanding of the local community and history.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
21 Oakland RoadWest Chester, PA 19382
DATE POSTED
March 9, 2017
SKILLS
- Teaching / Instruction
- Exhibition Arts
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 13
- Orientation or Training