Events Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum
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Description of Role:
This volunteer position is two-fold: 1) to provide event support with set-up/tear down, and assisting visitors through answering general questions and questions about the Museum collection, and 2) to help with social media and marketing for private event rentals by taking quality pictures during events, helping post to Instagram and FB, and by researching free public listings to help market the Museum’s rental offerings.
Primary Responsibilities: I will send out the Private Events Calendar as soon as I book any events.
You are welcome to review to see if any of the dates work for you to assist with welcoming & directing guest flow.
Skills/Qualifications Required: Hospitality is the #1 qualification I am looking for to work events.
As long as you enjoy smiling, greeting, and talking to guests, you’re what we’re looking for to give our guests the best possible experience while attending events at the B&O.
Tech, social media, and marketing skills are also a huge plus!
Desired Experience: Any hospitality background, museum tours background, working with people making them feel welcomed at all times. Social media and marketing skills are a huge plus.
Time Commitment:Generally, most events are in the evening hours and on weekends. Looking for just a few commitments per month, especially for the larger events to help guide guests and answer any questions.
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About Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum
Location:
901 W. Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21223, US
Mission Statement
It is the vision of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum, Inc. to: Preserve the physical legacy and experience of American railroading, and to interpret and present its history to the widest possible audience. Develop programs which broaden and deepen public appreciation of the past, present and future significance of the railroad industry in the development of American life, especially in the City of Baltimore, State of Maryland, and the region.
Description
Comprised of the oldest and most comprehensive collection of railroad history in the Western Hemisphere, the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum, Inc. is a unique cultural and educational asset for the city and the region. An unparalleled roster of the 19th and 20th century railroad equipment, original shop buildings, and surviving tracks at the historic Mt. Clare site provide an integrated resource to present virtually every aspect of American railroad development and its impact on our society, culture and economy.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
B&O Railroad Museum901 W. Pratt StBaltimore, MD 21223
DATE POSTED
February 27, 2023
SKILLS
- Event Management
- Food & Beverage Services
- Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com)
- Customer Service
- Event Planning / Management
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- Generally, most events are in the evening hours and on weekends. Looking for just a few commitments per month.
- Any hospitality background, museum tours background, working with people making them feel welcomed at all times. Social media and marketing skills are a huge plus.