If you love 19th century history and/or Cincinnati and would like to share that passion with others, this could be the volunteer opportunity for you! As a volunteer you may research current or upcoming exhibits, write information cards for displays, or even develop your own exhibit from the ground up!
From greeting visitors in our gift shop and answering questions about the Village to selling merchandise, admissions, and memberships, there is always something to do and someone willing to train you!
As a volunteer you’ll help with copying, filing, folding brochures, helping with mailings, greeting visitors in our gift shop, compiling our marketing scrapbook, putting price tags on gift shop items, replying to donation requests, or sewing a button on a volunteer’s historical clothing. If the volunteer is comfortable with computer projects, we may ask for…
As a volunteer, you’ll research African American history in Southwest Ohio, including Cincinnati. You would work closely with our Education Director and would be able to complete research remotely and on their own schedule, though they must provide the museum with copies of all research compiled. Additionally their knowledge and expertise may be utilized to…
If you love history and are seeking the opportunity to share that passion with visitors, this is the perfect fit for you! You’ll educate the public on the history of Heritage Village during both special events and our 90-minute guided tours throughout the year. Tour guides are asked to wear period appropriate clothing.
As a volunteer, you’d act as our librarian during select public hours and by appointment to help the public with research. We have the resources to aid anyone from scholars to students to individuals researching their ancestry, but we need someone dedicated to history, learning, and books to act as a guide and protector in…
This is a fantastic opportunity for kids with an interest in history and museums, or simply for those in need of service/volunteer hours or looking to build their resume. As a junior volunteer, you’ll learn about the history of our Heritage Village and Cincinnati, perform hands-on demonstrations at our special events, dress in period clothing,…
As a volunteer you’ll work with groups of grade school children, to give them an engaging and educational experience of what life was like for people who lived during the 1800s. Our Ed Programs emphasize hands on activities to keep children engaged as they learn. (volunteers wear period clothing during these programs)
In addition to the preservation and documentation of the artifacts we already posses, new pieces are regularly being donated to our collection which you’ll help to assess, document, organize, preserve, etc. (Experience is appreciated, but not required)
As a volunteer, you’ll design quilts, machine piece the quilt tops, layer with batting, and hand quilt. You’ll also produce a variety of patterns, colors, and sizes of quilts. Most of the quilts are raffled to benefit the Village. Our quilters all come with varying backgrounds and abilities, so beginners are always welcome!