Volunteer Information
Our volunteers’ time and talent are vital to the success of the Franklin County Historical Society - Kittochtinny.
Volunteers assist with visitors coming for tours, helping visitors conduct research in the library, catalog records and archives, and help with general administrative duties throughout the society’s various areas.
Placement of volunteers is determined based on the volunteer’s interest, skills, and life experiences as well as the needs of the institution. FCHS-K volunteers bring life and energy to supporting the work of our staff through the time they donate.
Recruiting for docents now!
Examples of volunteer opportunities
Below are other examples of volunteer opportunities that are often available at FCHS-K. Positions are typically project-based:
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Archives Assistant - help patrons conduct research
Gift Shop
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Organize and display gift merchandise
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Inventory gift shop items
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Maintain stock in gift shop
Marketing and Public Relations
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Assist with mailings to FCHS-K members and donors
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Assist with press releases, writings, etc. for public relations related projects
Administrative
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In addition to the above mentioned volunteer opportunities, we often need administrative help at FCHS-K. Administrative support positions include filing, organizing, housekeeping of historical documents and books
Volunteer Docent
The Franklin County Historical Society - Kittochtinny, a museum and library in Chambersburg, is recruiting volunteer docents to give tours to our visitors and sometimes school children groups. We are seeking candidates who have an interest in history, enjoy working with the public, and feel comfortable speaking to groups.
To apply to this position or any volunteer position please follow this link and complete the application.
Note: The environment at the Old Jail consists of steps up to the second floor and also down into the dungeon area if you are applying for a docent volunteer position.