The Old Manse Event Assistants

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Overview

Have you ever wanted to get a behind the scenes look at The Old Manse but don't have the time to commit to a weekly volunteer position? Then becoming an Event Volunteer at The Old Manse is your chance! Volunteers are needed to serve a variety of roles during events. Becoming an Event Volunteer is a great chance to support The Old Manse and The Trustees without necessarily making a long-term commitment!

Responsibilities

• We will have a variety of needs that will depend on the event however responsibilities may include:
• Handing out programs, provide directions to visitors, and answering questions
• Interacting with visitors before tours and providing a short introduction to The Old Manse (script provided on the day of the event)
• Serve refreshments
• Monitor rooms when Historic Interpreters are on break
• Set up and/or break down indoor and outdoor space for lectures and concerts
• Assist with visitor parking

Qualifications

• Friendly demeanor
• Interest in The Old Manse and/or The Trustees a plus!

Commitment

• Ability to volunteer for periodic weekend and evening events

Physical Demands of the position

• Ability to walk over uneven terrain; stand for long periods of time, and ability to spend significant periods of time outside and in spaces with no air conditioning. Reasonable accommodations can be made.