Bring History to Life
In the last year, volunteers contributed over 9,000 hours of service to the San Mateo County Historical Association in a variety of important areas. As the Association continues to grow, there are increasing numbers of volunteer jobs available. Please consider one of the following volunteer opportunities:
Do you enjoy sharing history? Are you a people person? If so, we want you to join our docent team. We welcome anyone interested in being a docent at the History Museum, Woodside Store or Sanchez Adobe. An introduction to county history will be held October 18 and 19. Click here for the docent training registration form or contact us.
History Museum
Docents are needed to lead thematic student programs, usually for students in the third through fourth grades. Docents oversee an exploration of the exhibits and lead hands-on activities.
Docents give general tours for adults’ and kids’ tours.
Shifts Available: Tuesday – Fridays from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Historic Sites
At the Sanchez Adobe and Woodside Store
Docents assist the site manager with the school program.
On weekends, docents interpret the site for visitors.
Shifts Available:
Sanchez: Tuesday – Friday from 9:30 am. – 1:30 p.m., Saturday-Sunday from 1 – 5 p.m.
Woodside: Tuesday & Thursday from 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Saturday-Sunday from 12 – 4 p.m.
At the History Museum, the Gift Shop has undergone a transformation. Front desk receptionists are needed to answer the phone, act as the cashier, and greet visitors as they enter the museum.
Shifts Available:
Tuesday – Sunday from 12 -1 p.m. and for special events
The Funders’ Used Bookstore located at the History Museum is operated completely by our volunteers. All proceeds support the activities of the Historical Association. Help is needed sorting, pricing, and selling books.
Shifts Available:
Tuesday – Saturday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Assist with childrens’ crafts at Family Past Times.
Work a booth at a special event.
Help accession new objects.
Label and stuff envelopes for special mailings.
Build display cases or paint walls for a new exhibit.
Clip newspapers, file, assist visitors, and do research in the archives.
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Become A Member
Give To Our Annual Campaign
Become a Corporate Sponsor
Give a Legacy Gift
Become a Volunteer
Wish List
 Click here for a volunteer brochure.
Click here for a volunteer sign-up form.
Click here for a docent training registration form.
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For More Information
call us at (650) 299-0104 or email us.
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