ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDEN Gainesville

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1911 Sweetbay DriveGainesville, GA 30501 United States

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http://atlantabg.org/gainesville

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Active Opportunities (3)

Lobby Greeter

Flexible Schedule | Gainesville, GA 30501

The Visitor Services Greeter serves the vital role of welcoming visitors to the Garden. As one of the first points of contact for guests, greeters must be familiar with and enthusiastic about the Garden. Greeters should be able to give basic directional information about the Garden (i.e., bathrooms, length of trails, etc.), as well as information about any current/upcoming exhibits, events, and basic membership information. Greeters should also be familiar with the local area to refer guests to other activities/museums and restaurants. This position provides a great opportunity to interact with people from diverse backgrounds and to promote the Garden as a friendly, inviting, and accessible place. Morning and afternoon shifts are available all days that the garden is open. One on one training is available upon request.

Date Posted: 2024-03-07
Garden Ambassador

Flexible Schedule | Gainesville, GA 30501

Our Garden Ambassador will act as a walk around greeter, giving directions to restrooms, the lobby, etc., and also will provide extra copies of maps. Garden Ambassadors will also be trained during exhibits about all aspects of the exhibit/artist to share with guests. These volunteers will ensure that guests are adhering to our Garden Etiquette policy, as well as, help to maintain safety throughout the entire Garden (Children’s Garden and trail areas included). Assist in cleaning and upkeep of garden signs (trails, directional, etc.)-supplies provided. Morning and afternoon shifts are available all days that the garden is open. One on one training is available upon request.

Date Posted: 2024-03-07
Children's Programming

Flexible Schedule | Gainesville, GA 30501

Children’s Programming Volunteers engage visitors, adding informal educational opportunities and information to the overall garden experience during classes and events, while assisting our Education Coordinator. Volunteers must have an interest in sharing their knowledge, enthusiasm, and appreciation for the collections and exhibits at the Garden. Volunteers should be willing to initiate interactions with guests, give accurate information, and project a positive image when representing the Garden to the public. Opportunities under this volunteer role are: Summer Camp and Spring Break activities, Curiosity Cart attendant, Storytime & Sensory Bin, Fairy Tale Fridays, etc. Shifts are available on an as needed basis and may be morning or afternoon. Most opportunities arise in spring and summer months. Some opportunities may require training meetings/classes with the Education Coordinator, such as Summer Camp.

Date Posted: 2024-03-07

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Mission Statement

The mission of the Atlanta Botanical Garden Gainesville is to develop and maintain plant collections for display, education, research, conservation and enjoyment.

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The Atlanta Botanical Garden is a private, non-profit organization governed by a board of trustees. Mary Pat Matheson is the Garden’s President/CEO. ABG is located on 30 acres of land, leased from the City of Atlanta, adjacent to Piedmont Park. The Garden’s Mission is to develop and maintain plant collections for display, education, research, conservation and enjoyment. The Gainesville location, opened in 2015, celebrates years of planning and development of one of North Georgia’s most beautiful landscapes aimed at connecting visitors with both the natural world and cultural amenities. It is home to the largest conservation nursery in the Southeast

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