Ohio History Connection

Summary:
Assist in the Ohio Village for this popular Victorian era focused on traditional celebrations of the season. Volunteers will have the opportunity to dress in period costume and provide interpretation, assist with activities, and games.

Responsibilities:
Volunteers will assist with activities, interpretation, crafts, pumpkin carvings, retail assistance, visitor assistance, admission, front line greeters, among other duties.

Skills Required:
Volunteers must have great people skills, be able to interact with all ages, and able to stand for several hours at our outdoor events. These are 3rd person roles (not a character) and are a mix of costumed and non-costumed positions.

Time Commitment:
Saturday, October 12 & 19
Minimum 4- 5 hours shift at a specific event, plus required event training given 2-4 weeks before event. Volunteer days & availability will be confirmed at the volunteer training's.

Work Environment:
Volunteers will work in various village buildings performing assigned tasks. This is in a period costume. Volunteer may encounter large crowds in these areas during the evening. There are also outdoor assignments

Physical Demands:
These roles require working in possibly inclement weather. Most positions are within village buildings but walking in the elements is required to get to the buildings. Volunteers must be willing to wear reproduction late-19th century costuming and follow costuming guidelines. Some assignments are outside (Pumpkin carving, crafts, and Fortune Telling Tent assistants)

Training:
All interested persons are required to attend ONE training before volunteering.
Thursdays, September 19 & 26 @ 6-8pm- Training's held in the Ohio Village American House Hotel
Sunday, September 22nd @ 2-4pm- Training held at the Ohio History Center

Age Requirement:
12-13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during shift
14-17 must have parent or guardian consent
18+