-
2 people are interested
Charting the Next Adventure as our Museum Treasurer
ORGANIZATION: FORBES HOUSE MUSEUM
Please visit the new page to apply.
-
2 people are interested
The Forbes House Museum Board of Trustees is seeking an individual with financial and accounting expertise to serve as Treasurer and be part of our board executive team. We've just started a capital campaign and are looking for the right candidate to help us chart our future.
The museum board is entrusted with supporting and advancing the museum’s mission. To do that effectively, trustees fulfill many roles. Board members provide legal, financial and ethical oversight. They represent the museum in the community, raise funds, set strategy, work closely with the executive director, and consistently serve in the best interests of the long-term vitality of the organization.
More opportunities with FORBES HOUSE MUSEUM
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About FORBES HOUSE MUSEUM
Location:
215 ADAMS ST, MILTON, MA 02186, US
Mission Statement
Inspired by the Forbes family legacy of entrepreneurship, social action and philanthropy, the Forbes House Museum fosters discourse around civic engagement and cultural awareness.
Description
Our organization supports the museum’s mission and activities that address community needs and interests, while responsibly representing the Forbes family history and extending its legacy of entrepreneurship, social action and philanthropy. Built in 1833, the Forbes House Museum includes Chinese export art, Civil War artifacts and Lincoln memorabilia among its collections. The Greek Revival home has been a house museum since 1964 and a National Historic Landmark since 1966.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
215 Adams StreetMilton, MA 02186
DATE POSTED
September 13, 2024
SKILLS
- Strategic Planning
- Budgeting
- Accounting
- Fundraising
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Approx. 4 hours per month: financial reviews, quarterly board meetings, monthly committee meetings, meetings with the Executive Director, annual board off-site
- Responsibilities include preparing for and participating in at least two board meetings per FY, actively participating in at least one committee (Administrative, Collections and Education, Development and Marketing, Nominating or ad-hoc committees)