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.
