Program Assistant volunteers during Christmas on the Farm will be supporting the staff on the historic farm or in the visitor center, engaging the public with demonstrations of knitting, crocheting, weaving, spinning, sewing, and other related textile activities. The individuals who volunteer their time and talents help put excitement and perspective into the activities at the Carriage Hill Historic Farm.
Program Assistant volunteers add depth to an event or program, help things run more efficiently, bring a 21st-century skill to share at an event or program, and are not Historic Interpreters. These volunteers will support the staff and historic interpreter volunteers to enhance the experience guests have a better experience at Carriage Hill Historic Farm. Period clothing is not required.
Impact
Volunteers will be demonstrating skills they have in modern times that also were popular in the 1880s, and help visitors make a stronger connection to Carriage Hill and experience life on an 1880s working farm. This opportunity will allow people to enjoy an experience at the historic farm, learn more about the Textile process, and get a personal introduction to life on the farm.
Tasks
- Assist staff lead during the program to create a better learning environment for the interactive activities.
- Engaging participants and families in the activities on the farm or in the visitor center during this event
- During the day, program volunteers will be at the historic farm crafting a simple holiday gift, and at the visitor center demonstrating in the textile area. During the evening portion, volunteers will support simple demonstrations in the visitor center.
- Youth volunteers ages 14-17 are not required to complete a background check. If you are a new youth volunteer, contact volunteer.services@metroparks.org to have your background check waived.
Eligibility
This opportunity is open to the following volunteers: Short-term and Long-Term who are 16 years or older and have been qualified in an area of textiles. Learn more about our types of service here.
Additional Notes
- Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark. Volunteers arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of the program for the first shift, and there will be an overlap of 15 minutes for the 2nd shift. Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's agenda, and review specific stations, and other important information.
- Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place indoors and outdoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 10 lbs or more. Be mindful of seasonal conditions (sun, insects, heat) and be prepared.
- Dress: Period apparel is NOT required. Volunteers should dress for the weather. Please wear your volunteer name badge, and if you have one, your volunteer t-shirt. Volunteer vests will also be available at the Visitor Center.
Look for additional details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Programming Volunteer Position for more information on programming opportunities.
