If you have a talent you’d like to share and a few hours each month to spare, the Historical Society of Martin County needs you! Opportunities are available for hands-on volunteer assistance throughout our organization, from staffing the reception desk at the Elliott Museum to helping to maintain our vintage archives and costume collections. Training is provided for all volunteer positions, but enthusiasm is required!
Volunteers receive free admission to all events and discounts in the Museum Store, in addition to an invitation to our annual volunteer recognition party. You’ll also meet interesting people and learn more about the history of the Treasure Coast.
Following is a sample of the variety of volunteering options available. To learn more, call 772-225-1961 or email us today.
Reception
Elliott Museum: Greet visitors and provide general information, while assisting the office staff.
Gift Shop
Elliott Museum: Staff our gift shop and assist visitors with their purchases. Retail experience is helpful but not necessary.
Reception/Gift Shop
House of Refuge Museum:Greet visitors, answer questions about the history of the House of Refuge and assist in the gift shop.
Car Gallery
An ideal opportunity for car buffs and experienced mechanics. Assist in the upkeep of the vehicles, and provide visitor tours.
Tour Docent
Elliott Museum and House of Refuge Museum: Provide personal tours of our museums, for adults, children and various tour groups. Docents are also often on hand during regular museum hours to answer general questions. Training is provided.
Costume Assistant
Help to maintain our collection of authentic vintage clothing. Experienced tailors are also needed to create reproduction costumes.
Curatorial/Archival Assistant
Assist behind the scenes with the maintenance of our archival library and museum artifacts.
Educational Programming
Docents, teachers and actors that want to provide more than a routine tour are encouraged to assist with specialty tours and outside speaking engagements. Training is provided.
Office/Clerical Assistant
Your clerical and computer expertise is always appreciated!
Special Events
Help with set-up and clean-up for our special events; prepare and serve hors d’oeuvres; greet guests and provide docent services. Special events volunteers are also needed for our children’s programs.
