VOLUNTEER AT HCHM
Help History Come Alive for Our
Community
Choose the events, locations, and time slots that work for you. No long
applications — pick a shift, tell us who you are, and start making a difference.
NEXT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Collections Care Day
Inez Hatley Hughes Historical Research Center
Saturday, September 26 · Shifts between 10:00am–4:00pm
Perform light cleaning, dusting, and care for historical objects
Document and label collection items alongside museum staff
Assist with organizing archival storage and setting up work areas
Takes about 30 seconds to reserve your shift.
HOW IT WORKS
Sign Up in Three Simple Steps
You don’t need museum experience to get started. Pick a role that fits your interests and
the time that fits your schedule.
1
Explore Opportunities
Browse upcoming shifts across our four locations. Each listing shows the date, the role, and how many spots are left.
2
Pick Your Shift
Choose the time that works for you — morning, afternoon, or a full day. You’ll see exactly what’s expected before you commit.
3
Confirm & Show Up
Fill in your contact details once and get a confirmation email with everything you need to know before your shift.
UPCOMING VOLUNTEER SHIFTS
Choose by Event, Location, or Time of Day
Spots update as they’re reserved, so once you claim a shift, it’s yours. You can always come
back to add more dates.
Front Desk Support & Docent
Service & Sacrifice Gallery
Welcome visitors and share exhibit information
Lead tours detailing local veteran's service and military history
Saturdays only 11:00-2:00pm · 1spot available
School Tour Support
Weekdays in May · Locations vary by tour
Morning tours (8:30–11:30am) · 5 spots / week
Afternoon tours (12:30–3:30pm) · 4 spots / week
Great for retirees and college students
Collections Care Day
Inez Hatley Hughes Research Center · Saturday, September 26
Light cleaning, labeling, and artifact documentation
A behind-the-scenes look at how the collection is kept
GIVE YOUR TIME
Become a Volunteer
Help history come alive for our community. Fill out the application below to get started — no experience required.
COMMUNITY IMPACT
Your Time Keeps Local History Alive
Every tour you help with, every program you support, and every object you help
preserve connects our neighbors to the stories that built this place we call home.
3,200+
Volunteer hours contributed last year
7,500+
Students welcomed with volunteer support
“Volunteering at HCHM has become my favorite way to spend a Saturday
morning. I get to share stories, meet new people, and feel like I’m giving
something back to the community I grew up in.”
— Bill, Volunteer Since 2022
QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked by New Volunteers
Still unsure about something? Reply to any confirmation email and our team will be glad
to help.
Do I need prior museum or education experience?
No. Every role includes a short walkthrough before your first shift, and an
experienced volunteer or staff member is always nearby if you have questions.
Is there a minimum time commitment?
No. Some volunteers help with a single event; others come back every week. Pick
whatever fits your schedule — there’s no obligation to return.
Can I volunteer with a friend, family, or group?
Yes, and we encourage it. Note in the sign-up form who you’d like to be scheduled
with and we’ll do our best to keep your shifts together.
Are there age requirements?
Volunteers 16 and up are welcome on their own. Younger children are welcome
alongside a parent or guardian for family-friendly shifts.
What if I need to cancel or change a shift?
Just reply to your confirmation email. We’ll move you to a different time or open
the spot back up — no explanation needed.
Pick a Shift Today and Help Our Community Discover Its Story
No phone tag, no paperwork — just a simple way to start giving back.
Preserving the Past. Inspiring the Future.
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