Behind-the-Scenes Museum Volunteer – Putaruru

Putaruru

Organisation The Timber Museum of New Zealand Trust
Category Practical Help
Hours Working Hours

As a volunteer, you’ll become the go-to person for one of our exhibition areas, working alongside our site team to keep it looking its best. You’ll help care for our collections and make sure visitors have a welcoming, engaging experience.

Your tasks will be:

  • Caring for artifacts – gently dusting and cleaning items using approved museum methods to help preserve them for future generations
  • Keeping the space inviting – tidying floors and surfaces so the exhibition feels immersive and welcoming
  • Watching out for pests – spotting and reporting any signs to protect our collections
  • Sharing the story – making sure the story of your exhibition area is clear, engaging, and enjoyable for visitors

Requirements:

  • Has a keen eye for detail and a gentle touch with historic objects
  • Is happy to help out in an outdoor museum environment
  • Can manage light physical activity, including bending and reaching inside historic buildings
  • Brings a friendly, “can-do” attitude and enjoys being part of a small, welcoming team

Time commitment:

  • A minimum of one shift (around 1–3 hours) every 2 to 4 weeks
  • Shifts available weekdays and weekends, between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm

Getting started:

The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.

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