Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, a homestead representing over 200+ years of local history and rural medicine, is seeking a part-time Museum Educator to join our team. The museum, located in the quaint village of Tamworth, NH, includes several historic buildings, a working farm, gardens and walking trails, highlighting rural history and the life of a country doctor. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a museum setting and be comfortable interacting with the public in various capacities. Educators interpret history through guided tours, special events, workshops, exhibits and various programming offered to visitors of all ages throughout the year. A background in education and/or historic interpretation is preferred. Must have excellent communication skills, a professional attitude and the ability to work independently and as part of a team and possess the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and manage several tasks simultaneously. The position is 32 hours per week, year round and the schedule varies with the seasons, including weekend and evening hours. Interested candidates should electronically submit a letter of interest and resume to: eboynton@remickmuseum.org with attention to Erica Boynton, Program Manager. Applicants may also mail their resume to: Erica Boynton c/o Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, NH 03886.
Posted on: 03/23/2015
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Wethersfield Historical Society is seeking qualified, friendly, and dynamic individuals to be weekend guides at two historic sites in the heart of Old Wethersfield. Weekend Guides will be responsible for giving tours at the Cove Warehouse, a 17th century warehouse built along the Connecticut River; and the Hurlbut-Dunham House which reflects Victorian era home décor. The buildings are open from 1pm – 4pm every Saturday and Sunday from May 23rd – October 4th. Guides are expected to work at least 6 hours a month. For more information, please refer to our website www.wethersfieldhistory.org. If you are interested in this position, please send a cover letter and resume allison.golomb@wethersfieldhistory.org or mail to Allison Golomb, Education Assistant, Wethersfield Historical Society, Wethersfield, CT 06109.
Posted on: 03/27/2015
Cape Ann Museum (CAM) celebrates the art, history and culture of the region. The Museum seeks a Development Director to oversee the planning and implementation of all of its development activities. Responsibilities: Reporting to the Executive Director, this person is responsible for planning/implementing the overall fundraising strategy for the museum, including the annual fund, major gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation support and membership development; identification/cultivation of new support; stewardship of existing donors; development of grant opportunities, tracking/reporting; oversight of fundraising events/programs; oversight of donor/member communications; management of the Development Committee, subcommittees and special projects; oversight of the Membership Coordinator and other staff, as appropriate; oversight of department reporting and management of department budget. Requirements: CAM seeks a results-oriented, strategic thinker with excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. The person must have knowledge of the community and understanding of the interests/expectations of our donors. Must be able to work with an array of personalities/work styles and have the ability to work with confidential information. Degree in a related field or the equivalent in training and experience required. A minimum of 5 years demonstrated success in non-profit fundraising, preferably in a museum setting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Donor Perfect or related software is a must. Must be able to work evenings/weekends. Knowledge and interest in Cape Ann history/art is a plus. Please email cover letter, resume and three professional references to info@capeannmuseum.org. CAM is committed to diversity among its employees and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Posted on: 03/23/2015
The New Bedford Whaling Museum is seeking a seasoned marketing and public relations professional. The Director of Marketing and Public Relations works with the Vice President for Development and Marketing to conceptualize and implement all market strategy activities for the organization. Specific responsibilities include public relations activities; business and market development; market research and planning; program evaluation, implementing strategy for promotion and advertising; supervision of the event sales manager; supervision of a marketing officer. As a member of the organization’s development and marketing team at the center of a dynamic and fast-paced institution, s/he will work to maximize the Museum’s key activities in 2015 and beyond, including the construction and grand opening of a new wing, the 20,000 sq. foot Wattles Jacobs Education Center, in addition to multiple new exhibition galleries. S/he will plan, develop and direct public relations programs that build and sustain a favorable public image for the Museum. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or a related discipline, a minimum of 7 years of experience, and a demonstrated track record of accomplishments in marketing and planning. Staff management experience strongly preferred. Candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, maturity and good judgment and be capable of communicating with a diverse range of individuals. Broad functional experience in areas of strategic planning, business and market development, market research and planning, and advertising and promotions. Send cover letter, resume, references, and salary requirements to Michelle Taylor, Vice President for Operations and CFO, at mtaylor@whalingmuseum.org.
Posted on: 03/24/2015
Are you interested in historic horticulture and workways? Do you love getting your hands dirty and learning in a collaborative environment? Plimoth Plantation, one of the regions premier living history museums, is offering an English Village Horticultural Internship for summer 2015. This position will provide the chosen candidate with a unique opportunity to explore 17th century horticultural theory and practices in a museum setting. Interns will be mentored by the Manager of the English Village, our Horticulturalist and English Village Garden Specialist in this collaborative, hands-on internship that will build insight and experience into the cultivation, maintenance, and reproduction of 17th century gardens in the English Village.
Position Summary:
Under the mentorship of Manager of the English Village, our Horticulturalist and English Village Garden Specialist, the English Village Horticultural Intern will gain insight and experience into the maintenance and reproduction raised bed gardens in the recreated 17th century English village. The intern will learn plant identification, propagation, garden design and pest management. While cultivating plants commonly used in 17th century Plymouth, the intern will gain knowledge of herb, vegetable and native plant uses. They will become acquainted with humoral theory, a philosophy that guided medical theory and practice among the 17th century English. The ideal candidate will be comfortable helping both behind the scenes and interpreting in front of the public, to explain and illustrate colonial garden practices and to further the museum’s educational mission to preserve heirloom plants and historic workways. This internship also provides an opportunity to collaborate with staff, volunteers and fellow interns in complementary museum departments, including Colonial Interpretation, Farm and Education. A self-designed research project is both possible and encouraged.
Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of English Village and Horticulture staff, assist with maintenance of English village gardens and demonstration herb boxes
Participate in collaborative projects designing new planting spaces
Assist with greenhouse operations, planting seedlings for use on site
Conduct research and development as needed to complete projects
Interpret heirloom plants and their use in the 17th and 21st century for Plimoth Plantation guests
Plimoth Plantation’s 2015 Summer Internship Program is a full-time, 8 week commitment. The start date for this specific internship is flexible.
Qualifications:
Educational experience in the study of horticulture or a related field, basic knowledge of gardening techniques and terminology, ability to work outdoors in weather extremes and lift fifty pounds, good organizational and communication skills, an interest in garden history and an enjoyment in working with the public.
How To Apply:
Students can apply online by visiting http://www.plimoth.org/interns-volunteers/internships/internship-opportunities/internship-application Complete the application – answering all questions – and send it with the following information. Only complete application packets will be accepted. A complete application packet includes:
A current resume
Cover letter
Professional letter of recommendation from an academic advisor
PLEASE NOTE: These materials may be emailed directly to bwright@plimoth.org, or a paper copy may be sent to Plimoth Plantation, P.O. Box 1620, Plymouth, MA 02362
Apply by:
April 23, 2015
Salary:
Intern is eligible for the New England Farm and Garden Association Horticulture Scholarship, a $1,500.00 stipend given in honor of Shirley Amory
About this Organization:
One of America’s foremost living history museums and an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, Plimoth Plantation hosts more than 350,000 visitors from around the world each year. Plimoth offers powerful personal encounters with history built on thorough research about the Indigenous People of southeastern Massachusetts and the Colonial English community in the 1600s. In addition to its most famous exhibits, historically accurate recreations of a 1627 English Village, the Mayflower II, and a Wampanoag Homesite, Plimoth Grist Mill, the museum offers an array of year-round educational programs.