Events & Public Programs - Appleton Farms

Opportunity Overview:
Join us and be part of the team that makes all of our large-scale events so successful. Volunteers will help with set up and tear down of events, assist with activities, check-in visitors and provide wayfinding information. Sign-up for a shift, joining our experienced team.

Reports to: Property Staff

Responsibilities (may include but are not limited to the following):

• Assist with set up and clean up, including the ability to lift tables and chairs
• Welcome visitors, check in guests, answer questions about the Farm and the Trustees
• Communicate effectively with staff and other volunteers
• Help lead events and recreation alongside Appleton staff
• Help run or oversee a variety of family-friendly activities. Events are all different and the tasks are based on the type of event you sign up for. See the listing for more information!
• Observance of Trustees safety protocols
• Sign up below by clicking on the event opportunity

Qualifications:

• Have excellent communication and customer service skills
• Friendly and outgoing personality
• Enjoy working with people
• Ability to walk on a variety of surfaces
• Ability to lift upwards of 20 pounds in order to help with set-up and break down

Time Commitment: Come to one event, or come to them all! 
About Appleton Farms:
Appleton Farms is the oldest continually operating farm in the United States, established in 1636 by Samuel Appleton. Appleton Farms has been a Trustees property since 1998. The farm covers nearly 1,000 acres, 28.5 of which is farmed for Community Supported Agriculture. Appleton Farms is home to grazing cattle, historic buildings and many ecological wonders.

For more information Contact the Volunteer Services Team at volunteer@thetrustees.org

To explore other volunteer opportunities, visit our volunteer page at http://volunteer.thetrustees.org/

More about The Trustees
Founded by landscape architect Charles Eliot in 1891, The Trustees has, for more than 125 years, been a catalyst for important ideas, endeavors, and progress in Massachusetts. As a steward of distinctive and dynamic places of both historic and cultural value, The Trustees is the nation’s first preservation and conservation organization, and its landscapes and landmarks continue to inspire discussion, innovation, and action today as they did in the past. We are a nonprofit, supported by members, friends and donors and our 116 sites are destinations for residents, members, and visitors alike, welcoming millions of guests annually. www.thetrustees.org.

Inclusive Spaces for All We are committed to providing a welcoming environment for all. Together, alongside our partners and volunteers we are creating inclusive spaces of community for people of all backgrounds to enjoy and preserving these open spaces for everyone, forever. We are committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and experience.

The Trustees is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, military service, application for military service, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. The Trustees makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.