Mary McLeod Bethune Council House Volunteer

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The National Park Service is looking for volunteers to assist with visitor services, special events, and social media at the Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site, one of the premier African American heritage sites in Washington, D.C. As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to share and foster an appreciation of Mrs. Bethune’s legacy with visitors from all over the nation and world. You will volunteer in the original building that served as the home of Mrs. Bethune from 1943-1949 and first national headquarters of the organization she established, the National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW) from 1943-1966.

Volunteers will receive firsthand training from National Park Service staff about the history and legacy of Mrs. Bethune and the NCNW and be provided training in historical interpretation by NPS professionals. If you are a college student and majoring in African American Studies, Women's Studies, History or Public History, ask your professor about internship opportunities through this program.

Time Commitment :

Minimum time commitment is 8 hours per month in two four-hour days. Specific dates and times for volunteering will be established between the volunteer coordinator and the volunteer. Volunteers must attend required training before giving guided tours.

As a volunteer, you will receive:

• Professional training in historic interpretation
• The opportunity to network with leading researchers in the fields of African American Studies and Women's Studies
• Coaching, a research packet and a script to begin your public history experience
• Special "behind the scenes" tours that are part of the training program
• The chance to socialize and develop friendships with others who share your interest in history and enjoyment in speaking to the public.

Start Date - 2024-04-22

End Date - 2025-04-21

Activities include: Visitor Information