Volunteers are an essential part of our organization! Docents take the general public on guided tours through the museums sharing New Orleans' rich history. Tour topics include information about general 19th-century lifestyle, the history of the families that lived in the homes, slavery, free people of color, architecture, decorative arts, cooking, gardening and more. If you enjoy history or want to learn more about the history of New Orleans, this is your opportunity!

We want volunteers who have a friendly manner, good interpersonal skills, the ability to speak in public or a willingness to learn, and an interest in history, decorative arts, and/or architecture. You must be able to stand and talk for 45 minutes at a time, as well as to climb stairs.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Hermann-Grima/Gallier Historic Houses

Volunteers will work with the following groups

Adolescents (13-17) Families / Parents Adults (26-54) Older Adults (55+) Children (5-12) Young Adults (18-25)

We need volunteers who are free at these times

Monthly Weekends Weekdays Weekly

This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers

Adults (26-54) Unpaid Interns Adults (55+) Young Adults (18-25) Individual

This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests

Arts & Culture Education & Technology Cultural

We are looking for volunteers with the following skills

Public Speaking Tour Guide / Docent

Contact Person:
Gabrielle Walker, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email)

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Address:

820 Saint Louis Street OR 1132 Royal Street New Orleans, LA 70112 (See a map)

Directions:

There are two historic house museums -- one on St. Louis Street and another on Royal Street. Hermann-Grima House, 820 St. Louis Street, between Dauphine and Bourbon Streets, and Gallier House, 1132 Royal Street, between Governor Nichols and Ursuline Streets.

Web Site: http://www.hgghh.org