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Volunteer With the Paris Museum

“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” Winston Churchill

For more than 50 years, the Paris Museum and Historical Society has been supported by volunteers who give their time, knowledge, and skills to help preserve the history of the Town of Paris.

Today, approximately 40 volunteers, all of whom are Museum members, contribute to the ongoing care, research, and sharing of our local heritage.

Volunteering at the Museum is flexible and collaborative. Many volunteers discover new interests over time and choose to explore different roles as their involvement grows.

Inquire About Volunteering

Ways to Get Involved

Volunteers support the Museum in many different ways. This variety allows volunteers to contribute based on their interests, skills, and availability.

  • Researching local buildings, families, and businesses
  • Transcribing historical documents
  • Organizing and maintaining archival materials
  • Interacting with Museum visitors
  • Conserving and cataloguing artifacts
  • Designing and installing exhibits
  • Supporting events and programs
  • Writing for newsletters, the website, and social media
  • Updating and maintaining the Museum website
  • Serving on the Board of Directors
  • Data entry and administrative support
  • Photography and documentation
  • Reception and visitor support

What Our Volunteers Say

I love helping people with their research and projects. If I can do something, however big or small, that benefits them, it makes me very satisfied and happy.

I meet interesting people, stimulate my brain, use my gifts and skills, and enjoy the social time with other volunteers.

I have had the satisfaction of being given responsibility for major projects.

I enjoy the social aspect. I love meeting new people and hearing their stories.

It is a creative outlet that also feels meaningful.

I get to practice teaching skills and maintain my own professional standards.

I find it enriching to learn from and contribute to the community.

Volunteer Inquiry

If you are interested in volunteering with the Paris Museum and Historical Society, we would love to hear from you.

Please complete the form below and tell us about your interests, skills, and availability. A member of our team will follow up with you.

For general questions, you may also email info@theparismuseum.com.

Our volunteers collectively contribute more than 200 hours each week.

The Museum is open to the public from 1 to 4 pm, four days a week. Volunteers also work before and after hours, on days when the Museum is closed, and in some cases from home.

We work with volunteers to find roles and schedules that fit their availability.

Volunteer at the Museum