Ashland

 2010 Volunteer Training  Set for Mondays
February 15, 22 and March 1, 8
1:00 pm – 3:30pm at AshlandIt is through the efforts of a vibrant volunteer program that Ashland is able to thrive.  A diverse, talented  and well-trained group of volunteer guides and docents conduct the majority of all tours given at Ashland.  Many people choose to volunteer in the Museum Store, greeting people from across the country and around the world, selling tickets and helping visitors make the perfect selection from a wide array of store merchandise.  Others bring a willingness to help with school groups, special projects, programs or curatorial research.  All find their experience at Ashland rewarding and fun!

 

 Optional monthly meetings are conducted, offering a time for getting to know one another. Guest speakers, travel to other historic sites or points of interest and refreshments make these monthly gatherings very popular.  In April, the annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon takes place and in August, an old-fashioned Ice Cream Social is given in honor of our volunteers.  Ashland’s Director and Curator do the scooping and a good time is had by all.

Volunteer orientation and training is conducted each year in Feb. & March but training is also available year-round  on a one-on-one basis.

STUDENT INTERNS:   Ashland also welcomes student interns, providing an invaluable and fun experience for these young people.  We will work with your teacher or professor if class credit is being given for your time at Ashland, catering your experience to meet your class requirements.

No matter what volunteer path you decide to take,  you become a part of the remarkable legacy of Henry Clay and Ashland.  For more information on volunteering at Ashland, please contact the Director of Tour Operations, at 859-266-8581, Ext. 18 or info@henryclay.org.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It is  through the efforts of many dedicated and talented volunteers, working together with staff,  that Ashland has been able to flourish.  Volunteers at Ashland can pursue a love of history and/or politics, give back to the community, make great new friends, meet people from across the country and a round the world, and have lots of fun doing so.  Whether you give tours, work in the Museum Store or help with special projects, as an Ashland volunteer, you become a part of the Clay legacy!

There are many ways to volunteer your time at Ashland including:

• giving tours of the house and the property
• assisting with special projects and events
• helping in the museum store
• helping with school groups and educational activities
• lending your unique talents to the estate

Many of Ashland’s volunteers wear a number of different hats!

Most of the regular daily tours of the estate are led by volunteer docents who have participated in an extensive orientation and training program. Large bus tour groups necessitate the special scheduling of docents to lead tours outside of the normal hourly tours. Docents may also give special topic tours designed to accommodate visiting group’s needs (past tours have included the Decorative Arts, Women of Ashland, Architecture, African Americans, the Civil War, the Grounds and Garden). For large groups, “open house” mansion tours are often provided (such as the popular annual holiday Candlelight Tours).   Docents are stationed in rooms throughout the house to provide explanation and answer questions.

Ashland’s education program provides specially designed tours for school children of all ages, which are led by specifically trained docents.

Volunteers also staff the Museum Store where they greet guests, take admissions, conduct store transactions, answer the phone and handle visitor questions. Special training (cash register, phone, etc.) is provided for these volunteers.

And throughout the year special events and projects require extra help, whether stuffing envelopes, proofing copy, doing research, entering data, serving refreshments, greeting visitors, helping at special events, and much more.

2010 Training Set for Feb., 15, 22, March 1 & 8.
(Mondays 1:00pm – 3:30pm)

A volunteer orientation and training class is scheduled in Feb. & March each year, and one-on-one training is offered throughout the year.  Materials are provided – a donation of $10 is appreciated to help cover this cost.

Monthly volunteer meetings and programs feature a variety of topics related to history, art, and culture, while volunteer social gatherings (such as the spring luncheon and holiday party) provide special opportunities to get to know one another.

For more information about volunteering, contact the Director of Tour Operations at 859-266-8581, ext 18 or info@henryclay.org.

Thank you for your interest and support!