New Horizons at deCordova Museum

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Opportunity Overview

In July 2019 Doug Aitken will present NEW HORIZON, a multifaceted art event that challenges the notion of art in the 21st-century. The project is composed of a series of live events across the state of Massachusetts, centered around a stunning reflective hot air balloon and gondola. The project is composed of a series of live events across the state of Massachusetts. At each stop the mirror balloon touches down and becomes a happening. It is both an artwork and an event where ideas, conversation, music and art are shared. The journey creates a continuous, flowing event, encountering unique individuals and providing an insight into the future of our culture. Happenings will take place at a selection of iconic Trustees properties, starting at Long Point Wildlife Refuge in Martha’s Vineyard on July 12, followed by stops in the greater Boston area, including the Crane Estate in Ipswich and ending on July 28, in the Berkshires.

Each unique property will have a variety of volunteer roles and shifts. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a once in a lifetime happening.

Please Note: Minimum age for all volunteers is 18.

Volunteer Roles may vary by property but may include any of the following:

• Greeters
• Admission Assistants
• Membership/Program/InfoTable Assistants
• Sustainability Managers
• Parking Assistants
• Floaters
• Kids Craft Table/Activity Assistants

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Meet and greet visitors
• Assist with wayfinding
• Communicate effectively with staff and other volunteers
• Assist with set up and clean up
• Provide visitors with information about The Trustees, the property and benefits of membership
• Sign up for this event

Qualifications:

• Have excellent communication skills
• Friendly and outgoing personality
• Have reliable transportation to the property
• Enjoy working with people
• Minimum age: 18