Explorer Shallop Volunteers at Oyster Festival

Get Connected Icon Nov 6, 2025 through Nov 8, 2025
Get Connected Icon 8am-5pm (ish)

Description

Step aboard history! The Deltaville Maritime Museum is seeking several volunteers to help with the Explorer, our full-scale replica of Captain John Smith’s shallop. This is a unique opportunity to share its story at Oyster Festival Weekend (November 6, 7 & 8). Meet visitors and share local history at our museum exhibit & dockside display! (Urbanna Town Docks).

Volunteer Opportunities:

  • Thursday, November 6Education Day: Assist Team Leaders with student groups and educational activities.

  • Friday & Saturday, November 7–8 – Assist Team Leaders throughout the day by greeting visitors and interpreting the Explorer exhibit throughout the day.
    (Flexible shifts available — we’d love to have volunteers rotate as schedules allow!)

Any amount of time or support is greatly appreciated. No experience necessary. We will train you "on the job".  Please let us know your availability.

If you have any questions, please, contact us through Volunteer River Counties or, 804-776-7200 or office@deltavillemuseum.com




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Location

Get Connected Icon 287 Jackson Creek Road
Deltaville, VA  23043