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31 people are interested
Living Historian
ORGANIZATION: The Alamo
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31 people are interested
The volunteers at the Alamo are often the face of the Alamo, interacting with millions of visitors annually. When visitors come to the Alamo, they are treated as a guest entering our home, with our famous Texas hospitality.
The successful applicant will be responsible for hosting to visitors and providing information and detailed programs to groups of various ages. The purpose of the living history program is to provide visitors with an educational experience through interaction with tangible "historical characters." The successful applicant will help visitors understand daily life in the 18th and 19th centuries through demonstrations and programs presented in period correct clothing. This candidate will also become proficient in the use of other commonly used items from early Spanish, Mexican Texan and American history
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About The Alamo
Location:
300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205, US
Mission Statement
Preserve the Alamo as a sacred memorial to the heroes who immolated themselves upon this hallowed ground, through conservation of its historical structures, education in its historical heritage, and attention to the needs of the visitors.
Description
The primary purpose of the Docent program at the Alamo is to provide a meaningful educational experience for the visitor through personal interaction.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
300 Alamo PlazaSan Antonio, TX 78205
DATE POSTED
April 25, 2023
SKILLS
- History
- Public Speaking
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training