Weir Farm National Historical Park is seeking friendly, reliable people interested in providing the best possible experience to park visitors through the Volunteers-In-Parks (VIP) program. Hours are flexible, and benefits include training and enrichment opportunities. New volunteer orientation training starts in April 2025 and applicants. ages 13 and up are welcome.
The park is currently recruiting for the following positions:
- Tour Guide: Become a tour guide and introduce visitors from around the world to the creative workspaces of American masters — the Weir and Young Studios. Guides staff the historic studios and engage in conversations with visitors, Wednesdays through Sundays, May through October. Guides also assist with special events, group tours and school groups. This opportunity is appropriate for volunteers ages 18 and up.
- Take Part in Art Volunteer: A great opportunity for teens, Take Part in Art volunteers run the wildly popular outdoor painting program on weekends, May through October. Duties include cleaning and stocking watercolor painting kits and providing basic information to visitors. This opportunity is appropriate for volunteers ages 13–18.
- American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter: Help make programs more accessible by providing ASL interpretation for park visitors. Interpreters will be on call for accessibility requests and provide ASL interpretation for park videos and other projects.
Interested volunteers new to Weir Farm NHP can apply by filling out a Weir Farm Volunteer Application online. A volunteer coordinator will reach out to set up a short interview and a reference check. More information about the volunteer program and how to apply is on the Volunteer page on the Park’s website.
Weir Farm National Historical Park is a National Park for Art, a place that has been inspiring artists since 1882 when America’s most beloved Impressionist, Julian Alden Weir, made the farm his summer home. Today, artists and visitors of all ages come to the park to enjoy the stunning landscape, walk in the footsteps of American masters and create art! Learn more on the Weir Farm website.