Collections Care Volunteer

Collections Care Volunteer

Posted for Sulgrave Manor and Garden

Posted by Community Action Northants

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Attention all heritage enthusiasts! Have you ever been curious about the experience of caring for a historic house and its collection? Now is your chance to find out!

Join the  House and Collections Officer in the vital work of preserving this remarkable site for future generations. You'll take pride in knowing that you've played a part in maintaining the ancestral home of George Washington, the very first President of the United States.

What skills do I need?

Wish to gain valuable experience and get ahead in the competitive job market of Heritage conservation/ curation or would like to pass some extra time in retirement.

Have an interest in museum collections and their conservation.

Have ideas of embarking on a career in heritage and working with historic collections OR, wish to get experience in an area you have always been interested in.

Can perform manual tasks with dexterity including lifting, carrying and cleaning.

Enjoy working as part of a team or prefer being set a task and completing it methodically by yourself.