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8 people are interested
Special Programs Assistant
ORGANIZATION: FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFAX STATION INC
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8 people are interested
The Fairfax Station Railroad Museum is looking for enthusiastic volunteers who can help lead various educational activities and programs. These include reading circles, crafts, hands-on days and summer mini-camps with content focusing on museum themes of railroads in Northern Virginia, the importance of Fairfax Station in the Civil War and life in a small village in Fairfax County.
Volunteers must be able to interact with younger visitors. Educational/teaching experience is a plus but museum volunteers will provide training as needed. The museum will provide content for all programs but volunteers are encouraged to suggest improvements and introduce new topics/activities once they feel comfortable with the museum.
Interest in local history is a plus and strong commitments to education and community service are musts. Programs generally take place during open hours (1:00-4:00 on most Sundays) but volunteers also are needed for 1-2 summer mini-camps, each expected to last 3-4 hours for two consecutive days. Volunteers will need to spend time on planning and coordination to assure smooth implementation of programs.
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About FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFAX STATION INC
Location:
PO BOX 7, 11200 Fairfax Station Road, FAIRFAX STATION, VA 22039, US
Mission Statement
Preserve and educate about local history through events, activities, exhibits and programs at what was the last operating railroad depot in Fairfax County.
Description
The all-volunteer Friends of the Fairfax Station operate the Fairfax Station Railroad Museum, dedicated in 1987, to preserve and educate about local history. A variety of events, programs and activities focus on local history, the importance of railroads to Fairfax County and Northern Virginia and the unique role of the station during the American Civil War.
All event planning and daily operations at Fairfax Station are the result of the commitment of our volunteers. We are in regular need for volunteers to assist with all aspects of museum operations, ranging from assisting with museum operations during open hours to fundraising, program development, facility maintenance and board leadership. We always are looking for dedicated individuals to help share the workload and increase the scope of the museum’s events and activities.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
11200 Fairfax Station RoadFairfax Station, VA 22039
DATE POSTED
June 15, 2023
SKILLS
- History
- Child Development
- STEM
- Teaching / Instruction
- People Skills
- General Education
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- Flexible but minimium of 5 hours/month.