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Volunteer: Junior Docent

Do you want to meet others who share your love of history? Add to your community service hours on your volunteer resume? Can you work at least two three-hour shifts per month during the April - November season?  Become a junior docent at Historic Christ Church & Museum!

Qualifications: 

Love of history and a willingness to learn about HCC&M and the Carter family. Comfortable speaking to small groups (or wanting to practice and become comfortable doing so!).Daytime availability for at least two three-hour shifts per month between April-November

Responsibilities: 

Work with an adult docent to lead individual and small group tours of the Church and the grounds. Answer questions from visitors as they tour the museum, or guide them to other resources or staff who can answer their question. Understand the themes and content of The Red Book: A Guide to Historic Christ Church.

Time Commitment:

At least two three-hour shifts per month during the April - November season.

Training and Support:

You will be partnered with a Docent during your shifts, who will provide you with mentorship and support.Spring Training is strongly encouraged (three days in March or early April).  The Red Book, tour talking points, and shadowing opportunities are provided.Other learning options are the Red Book Roundtable, HCC&M lecture series, & field trips. 

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Do you want to meet others who share your love of history? Add to your community service hours on your volunteer resume? Can you work at least two three-hour shifts per month during the April - November season?  Become a junior docent at Historic Christ Church & Museum!

Qualifications: 

Love of history and a willingness to learn about HCC&M and the Carter family. Comfortable speaking to small groups (or wanting to practice and become comfortable doing so!).Daytime availability for at least two three-hour shifts per month between April-November

Responsibilities: 

Work with an adult docent to lead individual and small group tours of the Church and the grounds. Answer questions from visitors as they tour the museum, or guide them to other resources or staff who can answer their question. Understand the themes and content of The Red Book: A Guide to Historic Christ Church.

Time Commitment:

At least two three-hour shifts per month during the April - November season.

Training and Support:

You will be partnered with a Docent during your shifts, who will provide you with mentorship and support.Spring Training is strongly encouraged (three days in March or early April).  The Red Book, tour talking points, and shadowing opportunities are provided.Other learning options are the Red Book Roundtable, HCC&M lecture series, & field trips. 

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 22576

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Floral Arrangement

Add to the dignity and beauty of Christ Church by providing flowers and plant material for the communion table. Use your skills in flower arranging, and learn (or teach!) about native Virginia plants and 18th century flower design techniques. Join the volunteer team at Historic Christ Church & Museum!

Qualifications:

Creative interest in working with native flowers & plants.Willingness to learn 18th century flower arranging from other volunteers.Ability to commit to at least one week during open season (April – November).

Responsibilities:

Obtain native Virginia flowers and/or plant material.Arrange materials in 18th century manner.Maintain and/or replace the flowers in arrangements during assigned week(s).

Time Commitment:

About 3 hours for at least one week during open season.Flexible assignments by week(s) to suit your schedule.

Training and Support:

Spring Update & Training is strongly encouraged (3 days in March or early April).Individual training on flower arranging scheduled as needed.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org  or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Add to the dignity and beauty of Christ Church by providing flowers and plant material for the communion table. Use your skills in flower arranging, and learn (or teach!) about native Virginia plants and 18th century flower design techniques. Join the volunteer team at Historic Christ Church & Museum!

Qualifications:

Creative interest in working with native flowers & plants.Willingness to learn 18th century flower arranging from other volunteers.Ability to commit to at least one week during open season (April – November).

Responsibilities:

Obtain native Virginia flowers and/or plant material.Arrange materials in 18th century manner.Maintain and/or replace the flowers in arrangements during assigned week(s).

Time Commitment:

About 3 hours for at least one week during open season.Flexible assignments by week(s) to suit your schedule.

Training and Support:

Spring Update & Training is strongly encouraged (3 days in March or early April).Individual training on flower arranging scheduled as needed.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org  or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 22576

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Herb Gardener

Do you have a green thumb? Or would you like to learn from expert volunteers how to be a better gardener? Become a volunteer at Historic Christ Church & Museum, and you will work in partnership with Northern Neck Master Gardeners to maintain an attractive and healthy garden as part of the physical beauty of the HCC&M site.

Qualifications:

Enjoy working outdoors during Spring, Summer and Fall.No prior knowledge of herbs or gardening needed. If you are willing to learn, we will train you!Ability to commit to 2-3 weeks during open season (April – November).

Responsibilities:

Volunteers work in pairs whenever possible.Weeding in the herb garden and mulched areas around boxwoods. Pruning plants when necessary. Sweeping the walk as needed. Add/replace plants when needed.

Time Commitment:

Each volunteer is expected to commit to fill this role 2-3 times each year (approximately 2 hours per shift)Flexibility to be assigned to specific week(s) to suit your schedule.If volunteer becomes Herb Garden Coordinator, will then also serve on Volunteer Council.

Training and Support:

Attendance at annual Spring Update & Training is strongly encouraged (3 days in March or early April)Initial training provided as well as 1 herb garden-related educational program annually.Volunteers will work in teams of two, and you are welcome to schedule yourself with another team member with whom you wish to work.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Do you have a green thumb? Or would you like to learn from expert volunteers how to be a better gardener? Become a volunteer at Historic Christ Church & Museum, and you will work in partnership with Northern Neck Master Gardeners to maintain an attractive and healthy garden as part of the physical beauty of the HCC&M site.

Qualifications:

Enjoy working outdoors during Spring, Summer and Fall.No prior knowledge of herbs or gardening needed. If you are willing to learn, we will train you!Ability to commit to 2-3 weeks during open season (April – November).

Responsibilities:

Volunteers work in pairs whenever possible.Weeding in the herb garden and mulched areas around boxwoods. Pruning plants when necessary. Sweeping the walk as needed. Add/replace plants when needed.

Time Commitment:

Each volunteer is expected to commit to fill this role 2-3 times each year (approximately 2 hours per shift)Flexibility to be assigned to specific week(s) to suit your schedule.If volunteer becomes Herb Garden Coordinator, will then also serve on Volunteer Council.

Training and Support:

Attendance at annual Spring Update & Training is strongly encouraged (3 days in March or early April)Initial training provided as well as 1 herb garden-related educational program annually.Volunteers will work in teams of two, and you are welcome to schedule yourself with another team member with whom you wish to work.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Runs Until Nov 30, 2025

Zip Code: 22576

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Researcher

So, you love learning about local history, but have you ever had the chance to read original documents from the colonial era or tried your hand at genealogy? Would you like to contribute to ongoing research on the history of Christ Church Parish, its churches, and parishioners? Become a researcher at Historic Christ Church & Museum, where you can explore and work on the genealogical database of the Carter families, among other volunteer responsibilities. 

Qualifications: 

Love of history and scholarship, as well as knowledge of basic research skills.Interest in and enthusiasm for the colonial period.Oral history and computer skills are helpful. 

Responsibilities: 

Conduct research related to the colonial period, either independently or with others.Support HCC&M’s education efforts and the inquiries of other scholars and the public.Keep up with current trends in research and update the Carter genealogy database as needed. 

Time Commitment:

Flexible schedule for conducting research projects, as long as deadlines are met.Monthly committee meetings (90 minutes), February thru October.Work from home, HCC&M Research Library, and other sites and libraries, as needed.

Training and Support:

Spring Update & Training is strongly encouraged (3 days in March or early April).Additional resources include mentoring by experienced researchers.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org  or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

So, you love learning about local history, but have you ever had the chance to read original documents from the colonial era or tried your hand at genealogy? Would you like to contribute to ongoing research on the history of Christ Church Parish, its churches, and parishioners? Become a researcher at Historic Christ Church & Museum, where you can explore and work on the genealogical database of the Carter families, among other volunteer responsibilities. 

Qualifications: 

Love of history and scholarship, as well as knowledge of basic research skills.Interest in and enthusiasm for the colonial period.Oral history and computer skills are helpful. 

Responsibilities: 

Conduct research related to the colonial period, either independently or with others.Support HCC&M’s education efforts and the inquiries of other scholars and the public.Keep up with current trends in research and update the Carter genealogy database as needed. 

Time Commitment:

Flexible schedule for conducting research projects, as long as deadlines are met.Monthly committee meetings (90 minutes), February thru October.Work from home, HCC&M Research Library, and other sites and libraries, as needed.

Training and Support:

Spring Update & Training is strongly encouraged (3 days in March or early April).Additional resources include mentoring by experienced researchers.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org  or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 22576

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Hospitality Committee Members

Are you everyone's favorite host? Love organizing parties and setting up a beautifully spread table of food and drink? If you enjoy contributing to the success of a special event from behind the scenes, here is your opportunity to support Historic Christ Church & Museum!

Qualifications:

A love of food prep, cooking and/or meal planning.Organizational skills for coordinating and communicating with team members.Ability to deliver and set up food at event location.

Responsibilities:

Provide homemade or store-bought food for events throughout the year.Deliver food and arrange attractively prior to the event.Identify beverage servers as required and flower arrangers when desired. Minimize amounts of leftover food.Make sure the Bayne Center kitchen is clean after each event and all items are stored appropriately.

Time Commitment:

Typically 11-12 events per year, but not all volunteers are needed for each one.Set-up and cleanup are 1-2 hours each for each event.

Training and Support:

Spring Update & Training is strongly encouraged (3 days in March or early April). The hospitality committee chair coordinates each event with HCC&M office manager and other hospitality committee members.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org  or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Are you everyone's favorite host? Love organizing parties and setting up a beautifully spread table of food and drink? If you enjoy contributing to the success of a special event from behind the scenes, here is your opportunity to support Historic Christ Church & Museum!

Qualifications:

A love of food prep, cooking and/or meal planning.Organizational skills for coordinating and communicating with team members.Ability to deliver and set up food at event location.

Responsibilities:

Provide homemade or store-bought food for events throughout the year.Deliver food and arrange attractively prior to the event.Identify beverage servers as required and flower arrangers when desired. Minimize amounts of leftover food.Make sure the Bayne Center kitchen is clean after each event and all items are stored appropriately.

Time Commitment:

Typically 11-12 events per year, but not all volunteers are needed for each one.Set-up and cleanup are 1-2 hours each for each event.

Training and Support:

Spring Update & Training is strongly encouraged (3 days in March or early April). The hospitality committee chair coordinates each event with HCC&M office manager and other hospitality committee members.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org  or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 22576

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Period Costume Technician

Do you love costume dramas and period fashion? Would you enjoy mending a waistcoat, trimming a hat, or putting together an historically appropriate outfit for a costumed interpreter? Here is your opportunity to learn about colonial history and period costumes while supporting Historic Christ Church & Museum!

Qualifications:

Creative interest in working with colonial-era garments.Basic mending and sewing skills; advanced expertise is welcome.

Responsibilities:

Ensure costumes are historically appropriate, clean and in good condition.Occasionally create a new costume, as needed.

Time Commitment:

Individuals work on costumes as needed during the spring and summer.Time frame varies, from 1 hour to several hours, depending on your choice of tasks and availability.

Training and Support:

Spring Update & Training is strongly encouraged (3 days in March or early April).Costume committee members work closely with Group Tours committee.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org  or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Do you love costume dramas and period fashion? Would you enjoy mending a waistcoat, trimming a hat, or putting together an historically appropriate outfit for a costumed interpreter? Here is your opportunity to learn about colonial history and period costumes while supporting Historic Christ Church & Museum!

Qualifications:

Creative interest in working with colonial-era garments.Basic mending and sewing skills; advanced expertise is welcome.

Responsibilities:

Ensure costumes are historically appropriate, clean and in good condition.Occasionally create a new costume, as needed.

Time Commitment:

Individuals work on costumes as needed during the spring and summer.Time frame varies, from 1 hour to several hours, depending on your choice of tasks and availability.

Training and Support:

Spring Update & Training is strongly encouraged (3 days in March or early April).Costume committee members work closely with Group Tours committee.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org  or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 22576

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: School Group Docent

Would you like to combine your love of teaching and history? Meet others who share your love of history? You could work with us to provide students in grades 1-12 with educational programs that encourage learning the story of Historic Christ Church and how it connects to the history of Virginia. Become a School Group Docent at Historic Christ Church & Museum!

Qualifications: 

Enjoy working with young people, especially in the area of colonial and HCC history. Educational background helpful but not as necessary as patience and a sense of humor.Ability to commit to work with a scheduled group.

Responsibilities: 

Engage students through hands-on activities across different stations on the HCC campus.Participate in family-oriented activity days to teach visitors about HCC and colonial Virginia. Use age-appropriate content and teaching methods.

Time Commitment:

Programs for grade schoolers run about 3 hours mornings during the school year.High school students come for special summer programs that last for 3 to 4 hours.Preparation time varies, based on knowledge and experience.

Training and Support:

Spring Training is strongly encouraged (three days in March or early April).  You will be provided lesson plans and shadow experienced docents during training.Receive ongoing guidance and support from the Director of Programs & Communications.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Would you like to combine your love of teaching and history? Meet others who share your love of history? You could work with us to provide students in grades 1-12 with educational programs that encourage learning the story of Historic Christ Church and how it connects to the history of Virginia. Become a School Group Docent at Historic Christ Church & Museum!

Qualifications: 

Enjoy working with young people, especially in the area of colonial and HCC history. Educational background helpful but not as necessary as patience and a sense of humor.Ability to commit to work with a scheduled group.

Responsibilities: 

Engage students through hands-on activities across different stations on the HCC campus.Participate in family-oriented activity days to teach visitors about HCC and colonial Virginia. Use age-appropriate content and teaching methods.

Time Commitment:

Programs for grade schoolers run about 3 hours mornings during the school year.High school students come for special summer programs that last for 3 to 4 hours.Preparation time varies, based on knowledge and experience.

Training and Support:

Spring Training is strongly encouraged (three days in March or early April).  You will be provided lesson plans and shadow experienced docents during training.Receive ongoing guidance and support from the Director of Programs & Communications.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 22576

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Education Committee Member

Would you enjoy the opportunity to work creatively with a group of people who share your passion for education and colonial history? You could turn that into an opportunity to significantly influence HCC&M programming! Join the committee of volunteers who shape and develop the learning experiences for HCC&M volunteers, school students and the community.

Qualifications:

Educational background helpful, but a passion for colonial period history is necessary.Enjoy program planning and development.Desire to keep current with best practices across age groups, interests and learning styles.

Responsibilities:

Work with staff to develop annual themes as well as theme-related speakers and field trips.Coordinate the Spring Update as a training and refresher experience for all volunteers.Coordinate the Hands-on-History Camp for children and the Readers group for adults.

Time Commitment:

Average of 5 hours per month with possibly more time needed as programs approach.Bi-monthly or monthly Education Committee meetings (2 hours), as needed.

Training and Support:

Spring Update & Training is strongly encouraged (3 days in March or early April).On-going guidance and support provided by staff Program Director.Individual committee members matched with projects based on skills and interests.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Would you enjoy the opportunity to work creatively with a group of people who share your passion for education and colonial history? You could turn that into an opportunity to significantly influence HCC&M programming! Join the committee of volunteers who shape and develop the learning experiences for HCC&M volunteers, school students and the community.

Qualifications:

Educational background helpful, but a passion for colonial period history is necessary.Enjoy program planning and development.Desire to keep current with best practices across age groups, interests and learning styles.

Responsibilities:

Work with staff to develop annual themes as well as theme-related speakers and field trips.Coordinate the Spring Update as a training and refresher experience for all volunteers.Coordinate the Hands-on-History Camp for children and the Readers group for adults.

Time Commitment:

Average of 5 hours per month with possibly more time needed as programs approach.Bi-monthly or monthly Education Committee meetings (2 hours), as needed.

Training and Support:

Spring Update & Training is strongly encouraged (3 days in March or early April).On-going guidance and support provided by staff Program Director.Individual committee members matched with projects based on skills and interests.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 22576

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Group Tour Leader (In full 18th Century Attire!)

Would you like to increase your knowledge of colonial history and Christ Church, while engaging with visitors and other volunteers who share your love of history? You could educate and inspire large groups of adult visitors to HCC&M by conducting specially-arranged tours while dressed in 18th century style clothing. Enjoy flexible scheduling and wearing period-appropriate attire!  We have a full closet of period clothing for you to choose from. 

Qualifications:

Love of history and a willingness to learn about HCC&M and the Carter family.Comfortable speaking to groups.Ability to modify the presentation to fit the interests and time constraints of a group.Willingness to wear 18th century attire in any season (can be quite hot or chilly as the Church is not temperature controlled).

Responsibilities:

Lead pre-arranged group tours for civic clubs, churches, travel organizations, etc.Answer questions from visitors as they tour the museumUnderstand the themes and content of The Red Book: A Guide to Historic Christ Church

Time Commitment:

Groups are scheduled on demand during the April - November season.Frequency of tours varies greatly, from 1 tour a month to 3 tours a day.

Training and Support:

Spring Update & Training is strongly encouraged (3 days in March or early April).The Red Book, tour talking points, and shadowing opportunities are provided.Other learning options include the Red Book Roundtable, HCC&M lecture series & field trips.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Would you like to increase your knowledge of colonial history and Christ Church, while engaging with visitors and other volunteers who share your love of history? You could educate and inspire large groups of adult visitors to HCC&M by conducting specially-arranged tours while dressed in 18th century style clothing. Enjoy flexible scheduling and wearing period-appropriate attire!  We have a full closet of period clothing for you to choose from. 

Qualifications:

Love of history and a willingness to learn about HCC&M and the Carter family.Comfortable speaking to groups.Ability to modify the presentation to fit the interests and time constraints of a group.Willingness to wear 18th century attire in any season (can be quite hot or chilly as the Church is not temperature controlled).

Responsibilities:

Lead pre-arranged group tours for civic clubs, churches, travel organizations, etc.Answer questions from visitors as they tour the museumUnderstand the themes and content of The Red Book: A Guide to Historic Christ Church

Time Commitment:

Groups are scheduled on demand during the April - November season.Frequency of tours varies greatly, from 1 tour a month to 3 tours a day.

Training and Support:

Spring Update & Training is strongly encouraged (3 days in March or early April).The Red Book, tour talking points, and shadowing opportunities are provided.Other learning options include the Red Book Roundtable, HCC&M lecture series & field trips.

For more information, visit ChristChurch1735.org, email info@ChristChurch1735.org or call (804) 438-6855.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 22576

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Urgent Need for Education Volunteers

Each year multiple schools and home school groups visit HCC.  Do you love to teach? Maybe you are a retired school teacher, camp director, or a grandmother / grandfather extraordinaire looking for a way to get involved and have fun! Our education committee chair does a fabulous job of organizing, but she needs more hands to help with school age children's programs.  We will provide all the tools you need to help inspire the next generation of history lovers.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Each year multiple schools and home school groups visit HCC.  Do you love to teach? Maybe you are a retired school teacher, camp director, or a grandmother / grandfather extraordinaire looking for a way to get involved and have fun! Our education committee chair does a fabulous job of organizing, but she needs more hands to help with school age children's programs.  We will provide all the tools you need to help inspire the next generation of history lovers.

Organization: Historic Christ Church & Museum

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 22576

Allow Groups: No