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10 people are interested
Love history and people? Volunteer as a History Connector with Naper Settlement and share history!
ORGANIZATION: Naper Settlement
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10 people are interested
Naper Settlement is a family-friendly outdoor history museum featuring 12 acres of learning and interactive opportunities for all ages. Volunteers play an essential role in inspiring and engaging thousands of visitors from all over the world. Volunteers founded the Naperville Heritage Society in 1969 and they remain the core of the Society’s mission. We welcome dynamic, lifelong learners who want to be a part of Naper Settlement’s volunteer corps.
History Connector volunteers engage with visitors and work with our staff on special hands-on activities, which include activity carts or public programs like Settlement Sundays, Camp Naper summer camp, Girl Scout programs and more. Connector volunteers must be at least 14 years old.
Training for summer season begins with an informational meeting on Saturday, January 28th from 10-11:30 AM or Tuesday, January 31st from 7-8:30 PM. Attendance is required.
Connectors are needed for the summer season which runs from April through October. Volunteers can choose to work either two or four shifts, weekday or weekend. Each shift is 3½-hours. The museum's summer hours are Tuesday-Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM and Sunday from 1 PM to 4 PM.
To sign up or for more details, please email nsvolunteer@naperville.il.us or visit www.napersettlement.org.
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About Naper Settlement
Location:
523 S. Webster St., Naperville, IL 60540, US
Mission Statement
Mission Naper Settlement creates community by connecting visitors to Naperville’s history through engaging, unique experiences. Vision As a reflection of Naperville’s history, the vision of Naper Settlement is to be a vibrant site which fosters visitor, community and business conversations and enriching, engaging educational opportunities. Values Naper Settlement values education, preservation, quality visitor experiences, and community and public trust.
Description
Naper Settlement is a history museum that serves northeastern Illinois as a unique educational and cultural resource. Through its costumed interpreters and 30 historic buildings located on the 13-acre grounds, history is brought to life with educational and hands-on activities for 150,000 visitors each year.
Naper Settlement is just steps away from downtown Naperville. Open year-round, museum provides fun and interactive learning opportunities for all ages. Become a part of our community as we portray and compare daily life from pioneer to Victorian to modern times.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
523 South Webster StreetNaperville, IL 60540
DATE POSTED
January 5, 2017
SKILLS
- Public Speaking
- General Education
- People Skills
- Storytelling
- Community Outreach
- Teaching / Instruction
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 14
- Orientation or Training