Museum Front Desk/Gift Shop Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Historical Society of Western Virginia
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Looking to get out of the house and give back to your community? We have the perfect opportunity! The Roanoke History Museum and O. Winston Link Museum are seeking friendly, reliable volunteers to help in our museum gift shop and front desk - a small commitment that makes a big difference.
As a volunteer, you'll:
Greet and assist visitors from all over the world
Handle admissions and gift shop sales
Share local tips and stories about the area
Enjoy train watching from the museum windows
Have quiet time for reading or relaxing during slow periods
No special experience needed - we’ll provide all the training! This is a low-stress, welcoming role that supports our small museum team in preserving Roanoke’s history and enhancing the visitor experience.
Current volunteer shifts available:
Tuesday Afternoons (1 PM - 4:30 PM)
Wednesday Afternoons (1 PM - 4:30 PM)
Whether you’re a history buff, a train enthusiast, or just someone who enjoys good conversation and giving back, we’d love to have you on board!
Please note: We are not able to accept volunteers needing to fulfill court-mandated community service hours.
2 Shifts
- 01:00 PM to 04:30 PM EST - FULL
- 01:00 PM to 04:30 PM EST - FULL
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About Historical Society of Western Virginia
Location:
101 Shenandoah Ave. NE, ROANOKE, VA 24011, US
Mission Statement
The Historical Society of Western Virginia exists to promote an interest in the broad spectrum of history with emphasis on that of southwestern Virginia; to collect, preserve, interpret, and make available materials relating to that history; to sponsor research and publication in the field of regional history; and to provide educational services to people and institutions throughout southwestern Virginia.
Description
As a fledgling institution, the Historical Society of Western Virginia first opened in two steel file cabinets and lobby space in the Roanoke Main Library in 1957 and created the History Museum shortly after. Over the years we went on to occupy various commercial storefronts in downtown Roanoke.
When Roanoke's Center in the Square opened in 1983 in the renovated 1914 McGuire warehouse in the city market square, the Historical Society and History Museum became one of five nonprofit anchor tenants of this revitalization project. Garnering international and national awards, Center in the Square fulfilled the city's dream to revive a decaying downtown and boost a flagging cultural community.
Most recently, the History Museum has combined with it's sister museum, the O. Winston Link Museum, housed in the former N&W Passenger Station on Shenandoah Ave.
The History Museum's collection comprises the largest repository of material devoted to tracing the human history of Western Virginia, a story that harkens back to our roots as a commonwealth and a nation.
CAUSE AREAS
Arts & Culture,
Education & Literacy
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
This opportunity has 2 shifts
WHERE
101 Shenandoah Avenue NortheastRoanoke, VA 24016
(37.27357 ,-79.93825 )
DATE POSTED
June 24, 2025
SKILLS
- Retail / Sales
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 3.5 hour shifts