Docent ( guided tours through museum and historic church)

Goal: Enhance visitors’ knowledge of Christ Church as an architectural treasure, a center of community life in the colonial period and a reflection of the Carter family. Responsibilities: ▪ Lead individual and small group tours of the Church and the grounds. ▪ Answer questions from visitors as they tour the museum. ▪ Understand the themes and content of The Red Book: A Guide to Historic Christ Church. Desired Results: ▪ Visitors provide positive feedback about their experience in written or verbal comments. Qualifications: ▪ Love of history and a willingness to learn about HCC&M and the Carter family. ▪ Comfortable speaking to small groups and presenting up to 3 such tours during a 3-hour shift. ▪ Ability to modify the presentation to fit the interests and time constraints of a group. Time Commitment: ▪ At least two 3-hour shifts per month during the April - November season. Location: ▪ On site at HCC&M. 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 are the Red Book Roundtable, HCC&M lecture series & field trips. Benefits: ▪ Increase your knowledge of colonial history and Christ Church. ▪ Interact with visitors and other volunteers who share your love of history. ▪ Flexible scheduling with weekend and weekday shifts available.