Volunteer

Why volunteer with OHS?

To learn about Oregon history
To preserve the state's heritage
To gain new skills and hone old ones
To give back to the community in a meaningful way

Volunteer Opportunities:

Kid Friendly — working with children as a docent and on Family Days
Meet and Greet — greeting the Public, answering questions and providing a quality experience for visitors
Behind-the-Scenes — working with collections in the Research Library and doing general administrative work in various departments
Internships — students may earn credit in college or high school for various projects

Benefits of Volunteering at OHS:

We hope every volunteer at OHS benefits from the experience in a variety of ways. Opportunities to learn about Oregon history, develop new skills, and contribute to the community are all a part of volunteering. Active volunteers also receive a 10% discount on purchases in our Museum Store, free admission to the museum and Research Library, and a subscription to our scholarly journal, the Oregon Historical Quarterly. Volunteers are also given opportunities for growth and development, including field trips to area museums and historical sites and lectures on various topics of Oregon history. Volunteers also receive a monthly volunteer newsletter to keep them informed about membership and volunteer activities and opportunities.

Become a Volunteer:

Request an application by calling: 503-306-5226 or email: volunteer@ohs.org or download one here: volunteer or intern.
Complete the form and return it to Volunteer Services — contact information below.
The Volunteer & Internship Manager will review your application and then contact you to arrange a meeting.
If your interest and schedule match one of our volunteer needs, you will meet with the appropriate staff person to learn more about the position.
If there is a good match, a start date will be arranged.
Can’t find the right volunteer opportunity at OHS? Try www.volunteermatch.org or www.handsonportland.org.

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