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Published 11/22/25 12:06PM

Museum Education Ambassador

Kentucky Historical Society
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Frankfort, KY
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    • Details

    Start Date:
    January 24, 2026, 9:30 AM GMT-5
    End Date:
    December 31, 2026, 5:00 PM GMT-5
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    2- 6 hours
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Education, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Teens, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    16+
    Other Requirements:
    Must participate in an initial interview with Volunteer Coordinator, complete handbook, ethics policy, waiver, and background check. Can apply directly on our website at: https://history.ky.gov/participate/volunteer

    Description

    Museum Education Ambassador

    Assist Kentucky Historical Society staff during our Field Trip season (March - May) present three different interactive carts that demonstrate the importance of coal, wool, and inventions in Kentucky's timeline. You may also be asked to:

    • welcome groups to specific sites on KHS Campus (History Center, Kentucky Military History Museum, and Old State Capitol)
    • Monitor various galleries
    • Help facilitate events by interacting with families through hands on activities.
    • distribute supplies for Learning Labs

    Searching for volunteers that are willing to commit to one shift a week, but are open to all schedule availabilities! Shifts can be 2 - 6 hours with breaks scheduled accordingly. Training is required and will be held quarterly. The next one is: January 24th at 9:30am.

    Best for retired, current, or pursuing educators with daytime availability and/or individuals with public speaking, customer service, or large groups varying from elementary to adult comfortability.

    Location

    On-site

    Kentucky Historical Society

    100 W Broadway, Frankfort, Kentucky, US

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Follow the listed link and then select "I want to Volunteer". Complete the application and chose "Museum Educational Ambassador."

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