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VOLUNTEER

Do you enjoy meeting new people?

Are you interested in history and the decorative arts?

You can combine your interests!

Mount Clare Museum House is looking for women and men interested in bringing the wonderful storied history of this beautiful 1760s Georgian mansion to life!

Volunteers are needed in a variety of capacities, especially as tour guides.

Mount Clare is looking for volunteers to assist us Tuesday through Friday 10:00 to 4:00. You may select a flexible or regular schedule to volunteer. The following positions are open:

Tour Guide
Enthusiastic, articulate individuals, who love history and extraordinary museum objects, are needed to give guided tours. A willing-to-learn-spirit and sharing our rich history are required. No experience necessary! Training and materials will be provided. Guides may elect to sign up for a regular time weekly or monthly for walk-in and group tours or as needed. Adult and school tour guides are needed.

Visitor Services Attendant
Seeking friendly people to supervise the front desk, answer the phone, direct calls, take messages, greet visitors and collect admission. Assist with gift shop sales. Training will be provided.

Research Assistant
Assistant will conduct research in support of museum exhibitions, publications, and special projects. Research and develop permanent collection records. Candidates must demonstrate proven organizational skills, research methods, and communication skills. A major in history, art, art history, or other related field is desirable.

Office Assistant
Answer telephone, transfer calls, take detailed messages, copy documents, filing, occasional light typing. Take group tour reservations and mail packets. Training will be provided.

Hostess Greeter
Assist the staff with greeting groups and welcoming them to Mount Clare Museum House and the Mount Clare Stable. Assist with receptions, luncheons and catered events in support of museum programs. Assist with crowd control. Act as museum room docent for Open House events, optional. Required commitment will be on an as needed basis.

School and Scout Group Assistant
Assist the staff with programming for school and scout groups taking part in hands-on demonstrations, games and crafts at the Mount Clare Stable. Must enjoy teaching children and working with craft projects. No experience necessary! Instruction will be provided. Required commitment will be on an as needed basis.

If you are interested in volunteering for any of these positions, please contact the Director, Jane Woltereck, at 410-837-3262 or email her at director@mountclare.org

WHAT IS IT LIKE TO VOLUNTEER AT MOUNT CLARE?

Benefits of volunteering at Mount Clare:

10% discount in the Mount Clare museum shop
Discounted or free admission to other participating historic sites in Baltimore
Free admission to Mount Clare for immediate family members of volunteers
Access to the Mount Clare Museum House research library

WORKING CONDITIONS

Most volunteer positions are primarily indoors. There may be some exceptions (such as gardeners) that spend the majority of time outside.
Because it is an historic home, Mount Clare Museum House is not fully accessible for people with some disabilities. The docent position requires volunteers to stand and walk for extended periods of time, and to travel up and down the main staircase in the house. Ask about other volunteer positions if a docent position does not match your personal requirements.
Mount Clare is air conditioned during summer months, and heated during the winter.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Volunteers must be willing and able to develop a basic knowledge of the Mount Clare story, Baltimore, Maryland, and colonial American history, and for docents – interpretive techniques. Docents should be comfortable speaking to the public in both one-on-one and group (up to 15) situations.
Docents will participate in an in depth education program consisting of classroom and on-the-job activities. A complete education manual will be provided for all new docents. Other volunteers will receive on-the-job training and guidance.
Additional training, including lectures and field trips, may be scheduled throughout the year.
Changes to procedures will be communicated to all volunteers in a timely manner.

TIME COMMITMENT

Volunteers are requested to work a minimum of two periods, of at least three hours each, or six hours per month. If possible, volunteers are asked to schedule themselves for the same period each month to facilitate planning for the volunteer’s assistance.

SUPERVISION

General supervision of volunteers will be the responsibility of the Assistant Director. Volunteers may be assigned to work closely with another staff or board member that may more closely direct their daily responsibilities.

Interested or not sure? Contact us at (410) 837-3262 or info@mountclare.org to find out what you can do!

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