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3 people are interested
Volunteer - Tour Guide
ORGANIZATION: HOLY TRINITY-OLD SWEDES-CHURCH FOUNDATION INC
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3 people are interested
Early Delaware and American history come to life at Old Swedes. Visitors from across the country and around the world come to see the 1699 Old Swedes Church, 1638 Burial Ground and early 18th century Swedish Farmhouse the Hendrickson House. Learn history and provide guided tours of the Burial Ground (lots of interesting stories!), Hendrickson House and Old Swedes Church. We are a National Historic Landmark and a unit of First State National Historical Park.
We are seeking volunteers to guide tours on our open days, Thursday through Saturday, 10 am - 3 pm. Interested volunteers will be sent a detailed description of the position.
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About HOLY TRINITY-OLD SWEDES-CHURCH FOUNDATION INC
Location:
606 N CHURCH ST, WILMINGTON, DE 19801, US
Mission Statement
Old Swedes Historic Site, a cornerstone of Wilmington since 1638, is a vital gathering place where residents and visitors explore the continuing history of the community surrounding the site and its people. We share these stories through tours, educational and public programs, exhibitions and archives, preserving an important National Historic Landmark and keeping the history of the site and neighborhood alive.
Description
Old Swedes Historic Site includes the Holy Trinity (Old Swedes) Church (1699) and Burial Ground (1638), plus the ca. 1720 Hendrickson House, an authentic Swedish Colonial farmhouse. The church and burial ground are a unit of First State National Historical Park, Delaware’s only National Park.
The Old Swedes Foundation preserves, promotes, and protects the National Historic Landmark Old Swedes Church and Burial Grounds, and the Hendrickson House. The Foundation promotes this nationally significant site through informative tours, educational programs and archival resources, telling the stories of this treasured place, its people, and their role in American history.
CAUSE AREAS
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WHERE
606 North Church StreetWilmington, DE 19801
DATE POSTED
March 11, 2024
SKILLS
- History
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Tours are scheduled hourly. Flexible schedules.