skip navigation
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 2015

VOLUNTEER ON A ONE-TIME BASIS
Send us your contact information if you would like to volunteer occasionally. Opportunities include assisting with our October Torch Light Tours and other special events.
Time commitment:  Several hours on a particular day as needed

To volunteer, contact volunteer@FOMH.org


LANDSCAPE COMMITTEE 
Landscape Committee volunteers help revitalize and maintain gardens and significant grave sites within Mount Hope Cemetery. They are responsible for planting, weeding and watering their sites throughout the planting season (May-October) under the direction of a master gardener. 

Volunteers provide their own tools, and can choose to work alone or in groups. Individuals, families and community groups are welcome.

Time Commitment: several hours per month.

For more information or to sign up for the Landscape Committee, contact volunteer@FOMH.org and put "Landscape Committee" in the subject line of your email.


GATEHOUSE RECEPTIONISTS
This is a critical job involving registration of tour attendees, selling merchandise, and serving refreshments at tour events.  No experience necessary, but your help will be most appreciated!

Time commitment:  Approximately 4 hours a month from May to October. Choose which dates are best for you.
To volunteer, contact volunteer@FOMH.org and put "Gatehouse Captain" in the subject line of your email.


TOUR GUIDES
The Friends of Mount Hope host a variety of cemetery tours throughout the year and provide training sessions for people interested in becoming a tour guide.  This training includes cemetery orientation, biographical information on early residents, and accompanying an experienced tour guide.  This is a wonderful way to share your enthusiasm and expertise in local history with our many visitors.

Time commitment:  Several hours of instruction. Thereafter 4 to 8 hours a month from May to the end of October.
To volunteer, contact volunteer@FOMH.org and put "Tour Guide" in the subject line of your email.