Volunteer
Extend a helping hand – whether you’re assisting with Pilau, transcribing historical letters, or guiding a field trip, the Thomasville History Center welcomes you to join as a volunteer.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers at the History Center can be a part of one of the oldest historical organizations in the State of Georgia. With a collection of over 500,000 items and a three-acre campus that contains eight historic structures (including the Lapham-Patterson House), we never run out of things for people to help with. Below are just some of the ways a volunteer can assist us in meeting our mission.
Please conside volunteering with us, we have opportunities for all skills levels and areas of interest. Click below to find out more about the different areas that we need help with.
Administrative
Lend a hand preparing mailings or catching up on administrative tasks at the History Center. Strong organizational and computer skills are preferred.
Collections
Help us to catalog our collection. Collections work requires advanced organizational skills, database familiarity, attention to detail, and a high level of computer literacy.
Education
Become an Adventure Guide and help us with delivery of K-12 curriculum on our campus. Adventure Guides must complete a rigorous training program and background check.
Events
Fundraising events at the History Center include many working parts. Join our team of event volunteers to help us prepare! Volunteer tasks include standing, carrying, and crafting.
Experiences
Help orient guests and lend a hand with preparations and set up. If you enjoy speaking and interacting with the public, this is a good fit for you.
Guest Services
Orient guests and provide tours of our campus. Volunteers will also be trained in the operations of The Lobby, our gift shop. Must enjoy public speaking, storytelling, and comfortable handling money.
Sign up Today!
Thanks for your interest in volunteering at the Thomasville History Center! We look forward to having you!