Volunteer at Old World Wisconsin!
Volunteers play a vital role at Old World Wisconsin by offering both their time and talents. With over 200 volunteers who contribute over 13,000 hours annually, volunteers work throughout all of Old World Wisconsin’s museum departments. From behind-the-scenes opportunities in collections and maintenance, to front-line positions like guest greeter or costumed interpreter, volunteers are an integral part of the Old World Wisconsin team.
A few of the available opportunities includes :
GUEST SERVICES
Special Event / School Tour Greeter
GUEST EXPERIENCE
Experience Facilitator
Historical Garden Assistant
Farm Program Maintenance or Events
Historic Base Ball Player
Historic Brewing
Special Events – July 4th; Legends and Lore; An Old World Christmas
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Assistant
Carpenter
Electrician
If you love history and enjoy interacting with people, please contact Old World Wisconsin for more information on volunteer opportunities. Uniforms and/or period clothing are provided. Old World Wisconsin is owned and operated by the Wisconsin Historical Society and background checks are routine.
Teen Volunteers
Our Teen Volunteers are called “Apprentice Facilitators” and are part of a summer long preparatory program that lets these Future Historians take the reins and bring history to life for our guests. Click here to learn more!
Volunteer benefits include…
Free admission to twelve WHS Sites and Museums
Discounts on WHS Memberships
Discounts on WHS Press publications and image prints
Discounts at all WHS Site and Museum Gift Shops
Discounts on WHS Site and Museum special events
Please contact (262) 594-6301 or owwvolunteers@wisconsinhistory.org for more information.