Volunteers

Volunteers help us create a fun and educational experience for everyone who visits the museum. Most volunteers interact directly with our guests, but some work behind the scenes as well. You can spend a few hours, a day, a week, or even a season with us.

We welcome volunteers of all ages; those under 16 must volunteer with a parent or guardian. For high schoolers, these hours count for Silver Cord. We also welcome family, community, and corporate groups.

Current opportunities:

Historic Baseball • September 27, October 18

Put on an old-fashioned uniform and play by 1870s rules.

SIGN UP

Applefest • September 27

Help guests with games and crafts related to the apple harvest.

SIGN UP

Family Halloween • October 17–19 and 24–26

Guide trick-or-treaters and their families, hand out treats, or assist with crafts.

SIGN UP

Living History Farms Race • November 8

Help ahead of time with runner packets, or on race day as a course marshal or at the finish line.

SIGN UP

Family Christmas • December 6

Help celebrate the holiday in Walnut Hill with crafts, wagon rides, and Santa.

SIGN UP

Seasonal Volunteers • May–October

These volunteers put in regular hours throughout our General Admission season. Tell us about your special skills and interests, and we’ll help you find a place to put them to use.

APPLY

Volunteers ages 18 and older working directly with the public must pass a criminal background check.

Email us or call 515-278-5286 ext. 158 with questions.