Opportunities From: Volunteer River Counties

Deltaville Maritime Museum is seeking dedicated volunteers to help maintain and preserve the Explorer,  a living piece of maritime heritage. The Explorer is our full-scale replica of Captain John Smith’s shallop used during his 1608 exploration of Chesapeake Bay.  

We need assistance in the following areas:

·         Routine vessel care & maintenance

·         Monitor for signs of wear, weather damage, needed repairs.

·         Assist with minor maintenance tasks (e.g., oiling wood, checking lines, clearing debris)

·         Coordinate with museum staff for larger restoration needs.

·         Help prepare the vessel for special events or educational programs

Markets & Festival: Engage visitors & share the history and significance of the Explorer shallop.

Field Trips & Other Educational Events on site: As need arises. Volunteers are contacted via a "call to action" email they can RSVP to according to their availability.

Holiday-related Activities: Easter, Halloween

Off-Site Special Events and Appearances:  

The Explorer travels to special events, educational programs and sporadically makes other offsite appearances. We need volunteers to assist with event support and visitor engagement. On occasion, we also need assistance with transport to and from these events listed below.

·         September: Wings, Wheels & Keels (Topping)

·         November: Oyster Festival (Urbanna)

·         Other Special Events per Invitation

Contact the office for more information and a Volunteer Information Packet (VIP). 

Volunteer with a Friend, and enjoy it twice as much!

804-776-7200 office@deltavillemuseum.com

 

 

What you’ll do: Supervise and engage with kids during structured and free playtime. Assist in organizing and running games, crafts and educational activities. Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive space for kids to grow and explore. Support program staff and contribute to event setup and/or cleanup.

What we’re looking for: Volunteers to assist with children's activities a few times month or occasionally as your schedules permit. Reliability, energy, and a warm heart. No special experience needed—just your willingness to help in a fun, welcoming environment. If you can give an hour or a full afternoon, your time means the world to us.  Join our team and be part of something truly special. Whether it's leading games, crafting imaginative art projects, reading stories, or simply offering a helping hand, your presence will help create memorable moments that children and their families will treasure.

Here are a few of the opportunities we have throughout the year: 

Family Game Times:

Sunday, January 25th, 2026  from 2 - 4:30 pm Sunday, March 8th, 2026 from 2 - 4:30 pm.

Stay tuned for more Family Game Day announcements throughout the 2026 season.

Kids activities during Markets & Festivals: Markets begin April 2026, every 4th Saturday from 9 am - 1 pm. The final Special Holiday Gift Market is in November. 

Field Trips: As need arises. Volunteers are contacted via a "call to action" email they can RSVP to.

Holiday-related Activities: Easter, Halloween

Contact the office for more information and a Volunteer Information Packet (VIP). Volunteer with a Friend and enjoy it twice as much!

804-776-7200office@deltavillemuseum.com

We periodically need volunteers to clean in the kitchen service area. If anyone or any group can give a couple hours here and there to clean these areas before and/or after events, that would be greatly appreciated. 

If you have any questions, please reach out. You may contact us through:

Volunteer River Counties Via email: office@deltavillemuseum.com Phone: 804.776.7200