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Flexible Schedule
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Union, IL 60180
The McHenry County Historical Society and Museum seeks special event volunteers to help set up and break down and work shifts at our Annual Heritage Fair (2nd Sunday in July) and Annual Cider Fest (1st Sunday in October) and other special events/programs through out the year. Volunteers are needed for the following areas: Pre-event tent set up on the Friday afternoon before the events, early morning set up on the day of the events, staffing various stations during the events, and event breakdown the afternoon of the events. Ideal for high school or college students, NHS members, or Scouts looking for volunteer hours
Date Posted: Apr 30, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Union, IL 60180
Must have a good sense of order; willingness to patiently work through materials and an appreciation for the care they'll need to take with the items they'll be handling.
Date Posted: Apr 30, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Union, IL 60180
The McHenry County Historical Society and Museum seeks a landscaping volunteer to help maintain select planting areas and turf at the MCHS campus in Union, Illinois. The time requirement is as-needed, mainly during the spring through fall months. The volunteer should be able to apply lawn treatments (fertilizer, crabgrass preventer, seed, etc.) and prune bushes/shrubs. Training will be made available if it is needed. The landscaping volunteer will work in cooperation with staff and other landscape volunteers. Open to landscape companies looking to showcase your work. Join us today to learn more about our historic cabin garden, meet individuals with similar interests, and put your green thumb to work!
Date Posted: Apr 30, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Union, IL 60180
The McHenry County Historical Society and Museum is accepting applications from those interested in becoming a Museum Docent for adult tours. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy being with adults and want to learn something new and interact with the public. Those who apply to become a Museum Docent must be available mornings or afternooms for our adult tours. Being comfortable speaking in front of a group is a definite plus. All necessary training materials and information will be provided. There are also opportunities to docent at evening and weekend events. Contact us today to find out about our next training session.
Date Posted: Apr 30, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Union, IL 60180
The McHenry County Historical Society and Museum in Union has Visitor Services Desk Attendant Opportunities! Tues - Fri shifts are available from August to October. Volunteers can pick which days to work. This position is perfect for NHS high school or college students or retired people. Volunteers do not need to work all of these days. Dress is business casual. The primary duties for this position are to greet visitors and take admission. Those interested can work all or any days, Tuesday-Friday from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm o (No holidays). When visitor traffic is slow, volunteers can bring their laptops, read a book, work on a project or homework, or work on museum projects.
Date Posted: Apr 30, 2025