So you thought you might like to become a volunteer?

Volunteers are highly valued people at the Howick Historical Village. So diverse is our need for volunteers that there is bound to be an area or areas in which your contribution will give you pleasure and be of value to us too.

When you become a volunteer you join a team of people who work together to carry out the many tasks that need to be done to keep the Village viable. You may choose to work in a public role (in costume) or behind the scenes in a support role. Wherever you choose we will value your contribution. Initial and ongoing training will be provided.

Listed below are some of the areas we have a need for volunteers:

Education
Working with children in a team environment or preparing craft materials for educational activities.

Live Days
Learn the local history and impart knowledge to Live Day visitors on the 3rd Sunday of the month.

Gardening
Preparing and planting beds of appropriate and authentic vegetables and crops.

Archival
Help to catalogue the archives, photographs and manuscripts.

Building Maintenance
Repair and restore heritage buildings and Village structures. Help construct new exhibits.

Craft Demonstrator
Enjoy demonstrating a craft of the 1840 to 1880 period to our visitors.

If you would like to become a volunteer please contact the Howick Historical Village on (09) 576 9506 or email fencible@ihug.co.nz.