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2 people are interested
Teen Summer Volunteer Program
ORGANIZATION: Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
Please visit the new page to apply.
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2 people are interested
We are currently seeking teens interested in art, science, or history to join us for the 2017 teen volunteer program this summer! Anyone entering high school through seniors is encouraged to apply. The deadline for the application is Monday, March 27 and interviews will be held during spring break. Please spread the word about this program to friends and family! The application and flyer for the program can be found on the volunteer page of our website www.winterthur.org.
What you'll do:
Guide children through hands-on activities and demonstrations pertaining to craftsmanship.Discover how different objects and materials are made by hand.Learn how objects in museums are cared for by conservators.Develop leadership skills while serving your community.Peek behind-the-scenes at a world class museum in your own backyard. Participate in community projects at the local Salvation Army Summer Camp.
Time Required:
Training Week: June 19-23, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Terrific Tuesdays and Community Projects: Every Tuesday and Thursday or Friday (exact day TBD) in July through the week of August 11, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
More opportunities with Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
Location:
5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur, DE 19735, US
Mission Statement
Winterthur’s mission is to preserve and enhance the legacy of its founder, Henry Francis du Pont, for the benefit and enjoyment of the public, including: the care, development and study of its preeminent collection of decorative and fine arts made or used in America; the enhancement and interpretation of one of America’s finest naturalistic gardens; the operation of graduate programs in American material culture and art conservation at the highest academic level; the operation and development of a library to support these important cultural goals; and the preservation of the historically important buildings and grounds.
Description
Winterthur Museum & Country Estate - known worldwide for its preeminent collection of 85,000 American antiques, a naturalistic garden, and a library that is a research center for the study of American art and material culture - offers a variety of tours, exhibitions, programs, and activities throughout the year. USA Today named Winterthur one of the country's "10 great places of historic proportions," and Budget Travel called it "one of the 10 grandest mansions in America." In 2006 Child magazine named Winterthur one of the "10 best art museums for kids."
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library5105 Kennett PikeWinterthur, DE 19735
DATE POSTED
February 10, 2017
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 14