Volunteer Docent
ORGANIZATION: Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village
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Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village is seeking enthusiastic volunteer docents to lead tours in the Historic Village!
We are looking for individuals who enjoy engaging with the public of all ages, have a flair for public speaking, and have a passion for learning and sharing knowledge.
Tour Details:
- Days: Fridays and Saturdays
- Times: 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM
- Duration: Each guided tour lasts 60 minutes.
Volunteers will be able to specify which Fridays/Saturdays they can volunteer for and which tour times they’d like to lead. Volunteers can opt to lead one or two tours each day.
All training is provided!
If you are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to volunteers@bnhv.org
2 Shifts
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10:00 AM to 11:45 AM EST
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Spots available: 2
Volunteers will be able to specify which Fridays/Saturdays they can volunteer for and which tour times they’d like to lead.
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12:30 PM to 02:15 PM EST
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Spots available: 2
Volunteers will be able to specify which Fridays/Saturdays they can volunteer for and which tour times they’d like to lead.
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About Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village
Location:
3755 TONAWANDA CREEK RD, Amherst, NY 14228, US
Mission Statement
Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village is an educational institution whose mission is to engage a diverse audience in the exploration of history and its influence on present-day life in the Niagara Frontier, with emphasis on the Town of Amherst. We achieve our mission through historical research and interpretation, preservation and management of our collections and historic buildings, and creative activities and events.
Description
Not-for-profit educational institution dedicated to promoting a passion for knowledge and learning through educational programs, historical interpretation, and more.
CAUSE AREAS
Arts & Culture,
Community,
Education & Literacy
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
This opportunity has 2 shifts
WHERE
3755 Tonawanda Creek RoadAmherst, NY 14228
(43.0275 ,-78.7981 )
DATE POSTED
April 16, 2025
SKILLS
- General Education
- Teaching / Instruction
- Community Outreach
- People Skills
- Public Speaking
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Each tour is an hour long. We ask that you get here 15-30 minutes early. Each shift is typically 1 hour and 45 minutes.
- Volunteers will be able to specify which Fridays/Saturdays they can volunteer for and which tour times they’d like to lead. (10:30am or 1pm) Volunteers can opt to lead one or two tours each day.