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4th Annual Knight Detroit Children's Book Fair at the Wright Museum African World Festival

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ORGANIZATION: Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

  • A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
  • 11 people are interested

As part of the 34th annual African World Festival, the Knight Detroit Children's Book Fair is an exciting outdoor event featuring local authors, interactive storytelling, face-painting, entertainment, raffle prizes, and best of all, children receive a free book!

The Knight Detroit Children's Book Fair is free and open to the public. It is made possible by support from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.

Volunteer duties include event setup, organizing and arranging a wide variety of children’s books, distributing books, keeping inventory of distributed books, supervising and assisting with children’s activities and event breakdown as required.

Volunteers are needed all three days for two shifts per day, six Volunteers per shift

Friday, August 19, from 10:00AM - 3:00PM or 3:00PM - 8:00PM

Saturday, August 20, from 10:00AM - 3:00PM or 3:00PM - 8:00PM

Sunday, August 21, from 10:00AM - 3:00PM or 3:00PM - 8:00PM

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About Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

Location:

315 E. Warren Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201, US

Mission Statement

The Wright Museum OPENS MINDS and CHANGES LIVES through the exploration and celebration of African American history and culture.

Description

The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History strives to be a world-renowned history museum with outstanding collections and research used to produce innovative exhibits that explore significant events and celebrate the accomplishments of African Americans.

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture
Children & Youth
Education & Literacy
Arts & Culture, Children & Youth, Education & Literacy

WHEN

Fri Aug 19, 2016 - Sun Aug 21, 2016
10:00 AM - 08:00 PM

WHERE

315 East Warren Avenue (Outdoors)Detroit, MI 48201

(42.348495,-83.0603)
 

SKILLS

  • Literacy / Reading
  • Youth Services

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 16
  • Orientation or Training
  • 3 days, 2 shifts per day, 10am - 3pm or 3pm - 8pm
  • Enjoys working with kids and families. Comfortable working outdoors.

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