Greet Guests or Make Crafts on the USS Midway

The USS Midway Museum is looking for volunteers who enjoy crafts and interacting with the public to join their Knot Team. The Knot Team has a very popular exhibit where volunteers demonstrate rudimentary knot tying skills.

They also make and give knotted items, such as Turks-head bracelets, lanyards and monkey fists, for a suggested donation towards the Midway Education Scholarship program. The total donations collected for the year 2015 was more than $100,000 from more than 17,000 knotted items.

Project Requirements & Important Notes

Key Responsibilities:

Create a welcoming and supportive environment where participants can spend a good time

Required Skills/Experience:

Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to learn and demonstrate knot tying, and a basic understanding of the museum's layout and history

Previous knot tying or macram experience is preferred, but they are willing to train.

Time Commitment: 10 hours per month. Flexible shifts are available 10:00am - 5:00pm on weekends and holidays, with the possibility of volunteering from home with approval

About the USS Midway Museum

The USS Midway Museum's mission is to preserve the historic USS Midway and the legacy of those who serve, inspire and educate future generations, and entertain their museum guests. Their vision is to be America's living symbol of Freedom.

Watch our video to learn more: Overview of the USS Midway

2 shifts available:

• 08:30 to 13:00
• 12:30 to 17:00