Wright Museum
           of WWII History

Simply put, the efforts of the museum's 50 volunteers are the lifeblood of this institution. The Board and staff are truly grateful for these wonderful and dedicated individuals who greet the visiting public, work behind the scenes processing artifact collections, and maintain the museum's collection of fully-operational WWII vehicles.

Many volunteers are WWII veterans; all are knowledgeable and able to answer questions about exhibits, enjoy engaging visitors in conversation, and share memories of WWII events. Visitors can easily spot a volunteer; they wear a red vest provided by the museum with a nametag. Volunteering at the museum is a great way to meet other people who share an interest in history.

Volunteer opportunities include:

• Gift Shop & Admissions – Run cash register in gift shop and help keep it stocked.
• Vehicle Maintenance - Assist with routine upkeep and perform special repairs to vehicles in the museum's collection.
• Docent/Tour Guides – Answer questions about exhibits.
• Special Event Assistants – Help plan event and details, distribute posters/fliers and other advertisements. At the event, help take tickets, seat guests and help with cleanup.   Family Day is scheduled for July 10, 2011 please considering helping out!
• Archive/Library – Maintain inventory, data entry, research, etc.
• Construction/Restoration – Help with construction and/or painting.
• Greeter – Greet visitors or groups, run orientation video and answer any visitor questions.
• School Group Speakers/Docents – Orient school groups and answer student questions.
• Mailings – Help prepare large mailings by folding and stuffing materials into envelopes, sealing and stamping envelopes, etc.
• Housekeeping – Help dust exhibits and keep museum areas clean.

Volunteers receive free admission to the museum and a 20% discount in the gift shop, as well as free event admission to programs sponsored by the museum. Volunteers are also granted a free membership to the museum upon completing 50 hours of service. In recognition of their dedication and the invaluable service they provide during the year, volunteers and their spouses/guests are invited to an annual appreciation event, held each autumn.

To learn more about volunteering at the Wright Museum, contact volunteer coordinator Donna Hamill at 603/569-1212 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .