Volunteer with the Bangor Historical Society

Hill House Museum Guides greet visitors at the door, provide guided tours (if requested) and answer questions about objects and Bangor’s past. We provide detailed information on all items on display as well as information about the Hill House building and Bangor.

Using a BHS provided script, Walking Tour Guides lead groups throughout the city learning about places, people and events that shaped the Queen City. Costumes (we provide those too) are encouraged.

The Bangor Historical Society receives many calls and email inquiries related to people and places in the city. Our Research Assistants work from a list of requests and, using our resources, dig deep to find answers. Research Assistants may also help document information on items in the collection.

The Bangor Historical Society’s collection numbers in the thousands and has been collected over the span of 100+ years. Our Curatorial Assistants work closely with our Curator to make sure new items are recorded and that existing items are converted to digital files. Curatorial Assistants may also work with Research Assistants to complete information on items in the collection.

The BHS’ home was built in 1835 and needs TLC. The Museum Caretaker provides gentle, general cleaning like dusting and sweeping along with helping to organize exhibits and set up for special events.

The BHS hosts a number of lectures, receptions and other events throughout the year. The Special Events Assistant works with BHS Staff to plan, organize and implement these events. A Special Events Assistant can work on just one or multiple events depending on their availability and interest.

The Education Program Assistant works with our  Curator to develop and implement lesson plans for the Bangor Historical Society’s programming .

The Grounds Caretaker(s) work on the exterior of Hill House, maintaining the gardens, walkways, etc.