- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
DONATE TO THIS
ORGANIZATION
Tour Guide
ORGANIZATION: The Mill at Anselma Preservation and Educational Trust
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
DONATE TO THIS
ORGANIZATION
Purpose of tour guide position:
Help visitors understand and appreciate the uniqueness of The Mill at Anselma, a National Historic Landmark, by guiding them through the site and promoting an enriching experience.
Reports to: Volunteer Tour Guide Coordinator
Primary Responsibilities and Requirements of a Mill at Anselma tour guide:
-Be organized, prepared, friendly, punctual, approachable and patient.
-Training is required through an assigned mentor and to also shadow an experienced tour guide. Must be able to use online sources for training and for signing up to volunteer at the Mill.
-Prepare to interpret the Mill from 1747 - present, hi-lighting various owner families of the Mill, technology and history. Tours can include The Mill, Miller’s House, Post Office, Springhouse and grounds/waterways/trails
-Give tours on site to groups when mill is open and give a positive experience to visitors. Be prepared to give tours to all age groups, including school groups, area clubs and special events - these may happen during the week and/or evenings. Tour guides agree to wear a shirt with the Mill logo and Mill name tag when giving tours.
-Agree to attend Mill Volunteer Meetings.
2 More opportunities with The Mill at Anselma Preservation and Educational Trust
Opportunities
About The Mill at Anselma Preservation and Educational Trust
Location:
1730 Conestoga Road, Chester Springs, PA 19425, US
Mission Statement
The Mill at Anselma Preservation and Educational Trust is dedicated to restoring and preserving the mill and its equipment together with other buildings on the site, and interpreting the everyday life of the village at Anselma. This completely intact and extremely rare historic resource demonstrates the evolution of technology, and the impact of changes in free enterprise, commerce and transportation over three centuries of American life. Visitors to the mill will discover a variety of choices for integrating continued technological change in modern life.
Description
The c. 1747 Mill at Anselma is a nationally significant water-powered grist mill which ground grain over the period of three centuries. Recently restored, the grist mill is fully operational and offers tours and demonstrations to visitors.
Please note every volunteer is required to undergo background checks before working as a volunteer.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1730 Conestoga RoadChester Springs, PA 19425
DATE POSTED
April 7, 2024
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Public Speaking
- Verbal / Written Communication
- History
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Mill is open every weekend from early April through mid-December, and tour guides are expected to sign up for a minimum of two shifts/month.
- Must be age 16 or over to give tours. (ages 16-18 need signed approval from parent or guardian). Applicable clearances will be required if age 18 or over.