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38 people are interested
Volunteer for The Polar Express™
ORGANIZATION: Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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38 people are interested
Call for volunteers! TheB&O Railroad Museum is looking for volunteers to help with our annual, super fun, super festive event, The Polar Express(tm)! The Polar Express event is based on the Warner Brother's popular animated children's movie, The Polar Express. The event includes a live performance of The Polar Express, a magical holiday train ride, a trip to the North Pole, and beloved characters from the movie such as the Hobo and Hero Boy. Volunteers for this event help make it all happen - from the cozy and exciting holiday atmosphere to the warm and friendly visitor assistance. Come help make this holiday tradition memorable and magical for families and children.
When is the Event? The event takes place over the course of four weekends beginning the last weekend of November.
What is the commitment? Volunteers sign up for as many or as few shifts as they’d like. Shifts vary in duration depending on the day, though most are 4 ½-5hrs. Please see the volunteer sign-up for shift times.
What do volunteers do? Volunteers for this event help make it all happen - from the cozy and exciting holiday atmosphere to the warm and friendly visitor assistance. Volunteer roles include greeting guests, assisting with the train boarding, helping operate the lights for the live performance (just a switch, nothing fancy!) helping with kid’s holiday craft table, and more. Volunteers are thanked with a pair of general admissions museum tickets, and beverages and light snacks are available during each of the shorter day shifts. On full operating days, volunteers are also provided a meal.
Are there any volunteer requirements? Volunteers are required to be at least 16 years old. Volunteers should wear a festive holiday top and non-jean pants (khaki, black pants, or something similar).
How do I sign up? To sign up, please use the following link: https://signup.com/go/ziggfba. You'll get a confirmation email and any additional details and training will be provided before the event.
The Museum is looking for volunteers on the following dates:
- Friday, November 29 - December 30th.
More opportunities with Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum
Location:
901 W. Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21223, US
Mission Statement
It is the vision of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum, Inc. to: Preserve the physical legacy and experience of American railroading, and to interpret and present its history to the widest possible audience. Develop programs which broaden and deepen public appreciation of the past, present and future significance of the railroad industry in the development of American life, especially in the City of Baltimore, State of Maryland, and the region.
Description
Comprised of the oldest and most comprehensive collection of railroad history in the Western Hemisphere, the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum, Inc. is a unique cultural and educational asset for the city and the region. An unparalleled roster of the 19th and 20th century railroad equipment, original shop buildings, and surviving tracks at the historic Mt. Clare site provide an integrated resource to present virtually every aspect of American railroad development and its impact on our society, culture and economy.
CAUSE AREAS
Arts & Culture,
Children & Youth,
Community
WHEN
Fri Nov 29, 2024 - Mon Dec 30, 2024
10:00 AM - 07:30 PM
WHERE
B&O Railroad Museum901 W. Pratt StBaltimore, MD 21223
(39.28564 ,-76.632515 )
DATE POSTED
August 20, 2024
SKILLS
- Ushering
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Volunteers sign up for as many or as few shifts as they’d like. Shifts vary in duration depending on the day, though most are 7hrs. IF you can not commit to a full shift, please sign up and let the Volunteer Manager know!
- The ideal volunteer will enjoy getting into the holiday spirit, will be friendly, good with kids, is reliable, and has excellent communication and people skills.