Volunteer with NCHS
Volunteers help keep local history accessible to the community. At the Nicollet County Historical Society, volunteers welcome visitors, support programs and events, assist with research, help care for collections, serve on committees, and lend a hand with projects throughout the year.
Whether you enjoy working with people, helping behind the scenes, learning something new, or sharing skills you already have, there may be a volunteer opportunity that fits your interests.
Current Volunteer Need
History Center Greeter
Greeters welcome visitors, handle admissions and gift shop sales, answer phones, respond to basic questions, and help keep the lobby and gift shop tidy. Greeter shifts are two hours and take place Tuesday through Friday between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Volunteer greeters are asked to choose a regular weekly shift when possible. Backup greeters are also welcome. Training is provided, and you do not need to know a lot about history.
Ways to Volunteer
Volunteer opportunities may include:
- History Center Greeters – Welcome visitors, answer basic questions, handle admissions and gift shop sales, answer phones, and help keep the lobby and gift shop tidy.
- Tour Guides – Lead adult tours and field trips at the History Center.
- Archives and Research Assistance – Help with research projects, local history requests, or archives-related tasks.
- Collections Care – Work with staff to help care for artifacts and collections.
- Gardening and Outdoor Projects – Help care for native plant gardens and outdoor spaces.
- Other Skills — Let us know if you have a skill or interest that may support NCHS in another way.
Volunteer Interest Form
Interested in volunteering with NCHS? Please complete the form below and we will follow up with you.