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7 people are interested
Handyman/Carpenter/Construction Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: S'edav Va'aki Museum & Archaeological Park
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7 people are interested
Carpentry volunteers help research, design, build, and create indoor and outdoor facilities elements using a variety of woodworking or carpentry tools. A key requirement of the Carpentry Volunteer is to have knowledge of and extensive experience using construction and woodworking equipment. Additionally, the ability of a Carpentry Volunteer to train other volunteers on the safe use of carpentry and construction equipment is desirable.
Pueblo Grande Museum is a 1,000-year-old archaeological site and museum. Voted a Phoenix Point of Pride and listed as a National Historic Landmark, the Museum offers a handicap accessible 2/3-mile interpretive trail on a prehistoric village site. Visitors view a platform mound, ballcourt and irrigation canals. Indoor exhibits feature artifacts from the site and hands-on activities for kids. The Museum promotes preservation, education and collaborative interpretation of the cultural history of the Phoenix area and is managed by the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department.
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About S'edav Va'aki Museum & Archaeological Park
Location:
4619 East Washington Street, Phoenix AZ, AZ 85034, US
Mission Statement
To honor the site of S'edav Va'aki as a unique community resource, through sound preservation practices, engaging educational programs, and the thoughtful care and presentation of cultural materials. For all audiences, S'edav Va'aki Museum will foster understanding, appreciation and respect for our shared cultural history.
Description
S'e dav Va'aki Museum is located on a 1,500 year old archaeological site left by the Hohokam culture located just minutes from downtown Phoenix next to Sky Harbor International Airport. This National Historic Landmark and Phoenix Point of Pride has been a part of the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department since 1929, and is the largest preserved archaeological site within Phoenix.
A fully accessible 2/3 mile trail takes you through a prehistoric Hohokam archaeological village site with a partially excavated platform mound, ballcourt, and replicated prehistoric houses. There are three galleries to visit while at the Museum. The main gallery displays artifacts of the Hohokam and discusses the S'e dav Va'aki village site. The children’s hands-on gallery has activities to help kids learn about the science of archaeology. And the changing gallery features exhibits on various topics from archaeology, southwest cultures, and Arizona history.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
4619 E. Washington St.Phoenix, AZ 85034
DATE POSTED
December 20, 2021
SKILLS
- Renovation
- Construction
- Electrical
- Home Repair
- Carpentry
- Woodworking
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training