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72 people are interested
Oral History Project--Collect Renton's History!
ORGANIZATION: Renton History Museum
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72 people are interested
The Renton History Museum is actively conducting and collecting oral interviews with the diverse people who have shaped Renton's history. Recent interviewees have included Vietnam veterans, founders of Renton's women's organizations, retired City officials, teachers, and musicians. We are recording these oral histories to help inform future generations about what it has been like to live, work, learn, and play in Renton.
You can join the team as an interviewer, researcher, or transcriber--training is provided. Learn how to conduct oral histories, research topics behind the interviews, and transcribe and archive the completed recording. Multiple roles are available; build your skills in interpersonal contact, research, active listening, and/or transcription. It's a fun way to learn and to help preserve Renton stories for future generations.
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About Renton History Museum
Location:
235 Mill Avenue South, Renton, WA 98057, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the Renton History Museum (RHM) is to preserve, document, and educate about the history of greater Renton in ways that engage diverse people of all ages.
Description
The Renton History Museum is a community center for sharing and learning about the unique history of Renton, WA. The Renton History Museum offers permanent and changing exhibits relating to local history, arts, and natural history. We also offer programs, publications, access to a small research library, and care of a collection of 19,000+ historic photos and objects. As a small museum with limited financial and staff resources, we rely on the service of our dedicated volunteer corps to continue offering quality exhibits and programs to the public. We are committed to the practice of anti-racism and celebrating the diversity of the people of Renton.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Renton, WA 98057
DATE POSTED
April 4, 2022
SKILLS
- History
- Research
- Community Outreach
- People Skills
- Public Speaking
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Depending on availability and your preference. A typical interview involves 6 - 10 hours of work which can be done over 2 - 3 months.
- Requirements depend on your role in the oral history process. Contact us for more info.