Meeting new people, learning and sharing information, and making a real contribution to the Society are just a few of the benefits volunteers can receive for their time and effort. Volunteers must be friendly, outgoing, enjoy working with the public, and have an interest in Virginia history.
Volunteers can work with visitors or behind the scenes.
Manuscripts and Archives Processing of genealogical collections Indexing of historical resources and finding aids Data entry Transcription Museum Collections Volunteers have the opportunity to assist the curatorial staff by locating artifacts, entering information into the STAR database, and accessioning the photographic collections . Gardening Volunteers may assist the horticultural staff with the general care and upkeep of the gardens and grounds at Virginia House. Volunteer Benefits Free admission to the galleries and research library at the Virginia Historical Society. Free admission to Virginia House - a reconstructed 12th century priory that overlooks the James River. Invitations to the Society's exciting schedule of cultural and academic programs, including the Banner Lectures , Weddell Lecture, exhibition openings, and gallery talks .