Volunteering & Internships

Volunteer at the Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden!

Whether you prefer to lead tours, help in special events, or work in the garden, Lee-Fendall will have an opportunity for you! Join the museum's stellar volunteer team today. 

Docent Volunteer

The Lee-Fendall House is looking for dedicated volunteers who are passionate in history to lead guided tours for the public at this historic house museum! A background in history is preferred, but not required. We ask that docents work a minimum of 6 hours per month, which can consist of a combination of half-day shifts (3 hours) or full day shifts (6 hours). The museum is preferably looking for a volunteer who has availability on weekdays (Wednesdays through Fridays). 

Interested in being a docent volunteer? Please e-mail contact@leefendallhouse.org. 

Volunteers receive many perks at the Lee-Fendall House, including free or reduced admission to events and programs, 10% discount in the museum gift shop, and free parking!

Collections Management Intern (Fall/Winter 2025)

Lee-Fendall is seeking a dedicated museum intern with a passion for collections management. The Collections Management Intern at the Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden will assist with various projects related to collections management. Tasks include researching, caring for, and photographic historic objects and updating collection catalog records. The intern's main project will focus on the inventory of all books within the permanent collection.

This internship opportunity is ideal for anyone who is interested in a career in the museum field and is seeking experience in collections management. A background in museum studies/collections management is welcomed, but not a requirement.

This is an unpaid internship, but college credit can be arranged. 

Schedule:

• October-December (dates are flexible)
• 12 hours a week (equivalent to two full days in the museum)

Interested in applying? Please send a CV and resume to Jenny Waters (jenny.waters@leefendallhouse.org).