USS Midway Museum needs your Sewing Skills!

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The USS Midway Museum Airwing has an urgent need for volunteers with sewing experience to assist in the production of various upholstered items for aircraft and other museum displays. Items include cushions and equipment covers.

These sewing projects serve various department needs throughout the museum. The onboard workspace includes industrial equipment with professional grade sewing machines. Former or existing seamstresses or tailors are encouraged to apply.

PROJECT REQUIREMENTS & IMPORTANT NOTES:

Time Commitment: 10-20 hours per month of availability is requested.

Signing Up: Fill out the USS Midway volunteer application. Choose "Airwing" from the dropdown for preferred department. On the skills list, choose other and type in "sewing".

Copy and paste this link address:

www.midway.org/volunteer-post/airwing-aircraft-restoration

Physical Requirements: Volunteers must be able to climb the ship's ladders and lift a minimum of 20 pounds.

Required Skills/Experience: Crafts (Sewing)

Desired Skills/Experience: Graphic Design, Construction, Home Maintainence

Note: Preferred workdays are Tuesdays, Fridays or Saturdays. However, flexible hours with a schedule to suit the applicant's availability could be arranged.

About USS Midway Museum:

The USS Midway Museum's mission is to preserve the historic USS Midway and the legacy of those who serve, inspire and educate future generations, and entertain their museum guests. Their vision is to be America's living symbol of Freedom.