The volunteers that connect on our website tomorrow depend on the donors of today.
Double your impact - donate now and your gift will be matched by a generous VolunteerMatch supporter.
Read More
-
2 people are interested
House of England Host
ORGANIZATION: House of England
This opportunity is provided by VolunteerMatch's partner.
Please visit the new page to apply.
Please visit the new page to apply.
-
2 people are interested
HOUSE OF ENGLAND is one of 32 unique International Cottages in San Diego's scenic Balboa Park. Every Saturday and Sunday the cottages are open and visitors come through to check out the various Houses/cottages, such as House of Norway, House of Korea, House of Denmark, Hungary, Puerto Rico, Sweden, etc.
House of England seeks volunteers to help staff the cottage during our open hours (Sat & Sun 11-4). You say hello and offer tea to visitors. It's great if you are English or have ties to England, but it is not required. Do you like Harry Potter, the Beatles, or Jane Austen? We are inclusive and that is enough.
Shifts go from 11am to 4pm each Saturday and Sunday. Shorter shifts also available.
Two people typically host at each shift. Visitors come from near and far and are delighted by the House of England! Some will tell you they grew up in England, or that they just got back from a visit there, or are planning a visit there. People are happy to visit the cottages. The atmosphere is light and upbeat.
If you're interested but not completely sure, come for a 15 minute tour/overview and check it out with no commitment at all.
The Balboa Park international cottage community is truly special. This 'gig' is great if you're a people person and/or have an interest in England, the international community, or history. If you like the idea of greeting guests and offering them 'a cuppa,' drop us a line!
(Also, feel free to check out our website at HouseofEnglandSD.org)
More opportunities with House of England
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About House of England
Location:
2191 Pan Amercian Road W, San Diego, CA 92101, US
Mission Statement
House of England is part of the charming International Houses of Pacific Relations (HPR) in Balboa Park. House of England is dedicated to greeting visitors, offering tea, and sharing English culture, both old and new, to all of our wonderful guests.
Description
House of England is one of 32 unique international cottages in Balboa Park. On the weekends the cottages are staffed by members. In House of England you will find interesting bits and bobs on everything from the Beatles to Jane Austin, Harry Potter (including a sorting hat!), Dr Who, English royalty, and so much more. All of the cottages are open to the public every Saturday and Sunday for five hours between 11am and 5:00 PM. Refreshments are served and donations are welcomed to defray costs.
CAUSE AREAS
Arts & Culture,
Community,
International
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
2191 Pan American West RoadSan Diego, CA 92101
(32.72938 ,-117.15169 )
DATE POSTED
November 19, 2024
SKILLS
- English
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- Shifts are typically from 11am to 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays
- We can usually accommodate high school students looking for community service hours. This role is unsuitable for people who need one-time service hours for traffic violations or other legal reasons.