Heritage Frederick  – The Historical Society of Frederick County
Bridging the Past to the Future

Volunteer

Volunteers are invaluable at Heritage Frederick. We have a variety of opportunities for people 15 years of age and up who desire to make a difference in their community by inspiring a love of history. Volunteers need only to be enthusiastic to learn the history and heritage of Frederick County and willing to share their knowledge with the public. Heritage Frederick provides training for all volunteer opportunities.

Museum Docent

Museum Docents are trained to give guided tours for all ages. At the Museum of Frederick County History tours include both permanent and changing exhibitions covering the county’s past from early settlement to the Cold War. Shifts: Wednesday-Saturday 10-1pm & 1-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm

Visitor Services Assistant

Help with front desk operations such as admissions, visitor statistics, walking tour ticket sales and bookstore sales. Assist Heritage Frederick in maintaining a high quality of customer service.

Shifts: Wednesday-Saturday 10-1pm & 1-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm

Research Center Assistant

Assist the public with historical and genealogical research, using the many historical resources found in the Frederick County Archives and Research Center. Other opportunities include doing research for upcoming projects, maintaining the genealogy and history vertical files, as well as helping other volunteers and staff with projects. Those with prior experience with genealogical research may work on fulfilling online and mail research requests.

Shifts: Wednesday– Saturday 10-1pm & 1-4pm; Sunday 1-4pm

Heritage Garden Volunteer

Perform light gardening work (weeding, pruning, sweeping walk ways, raking leaves, basic care of plants) in the Heritage Frederick’s beautiful Heritage Garden. Garden Day happens every forth Saturday at 9am-11am.

Garden Days: Aug. 25, Sept. 22, Oct. 27

 

Interested in volunteering or Learning more?

 

Contact Jennifer Winter at jwinter@frederickhistory.org or 301-663-1188 x104

SIGNATURE EVENTS

Join Us for One of Our Upcoming Events!

27
Oct

Historic Frederick Walking Tour 11:00 AM

Experience the history and beauty of downtown as knowledgeable guides share the fascinating stories that make up historic Frederick, Maryland. Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance. $10.00 Adult $8.00 Senior (60+) $7.00 Child (6-12 years) Free children 5 and under *Space is limited for all tours. Contact us for groups of […]
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27
Oct

Murder & Mayhem Walking Tour 7:00 PM

Explore the “other side” of Frederick’s history, including some of the most scandalous, nefarious, and unbelievable moments in the city’s storied past. Stories include bootlegging, bank robberies and the case of Granville Smeltzer & Mary Nussbaum. *Tour recommended for ages 13 and above Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance. $10.00 Adult […]
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28
Oct

Art & Architecture Walking Tour 1:30 PM

Look at Frederick with new eyes. Experience the history and beauty of downtown as we explore some of the popular architectural styles, local art and history. Tickets Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance.  $10.00 Adult $8.00 Senior (60+) $7.00 Child (6-12 years) Free children 5 and under *Space is limited for […]
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08
Nov

Annual Meeting 5:30 PM

Our program includes an engaging presentation about the Margaret Myers Collection, the largest private genealogical collection related to Frederick County. Delaplaine Foundation, Inc., the Institute of Museum & Library Services, and Nancy and Ed Bodmer are funding the preparation of this collection for public use by March 2019. Other meeting details will be sent to members around Oct. 8, 2018. RSVP […]
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