Interested in Fort Miles Museum? Then consider becoming a member of our support organization, Fort Miles Historical Association (“FMHA”), which was founded in 2003! FMHA offers a wide variety of membership and volunteer opportunities.
Do you have experience in public relations/communications? How about merchandising? We have positions in both areas:
- A professional who can be our liaison with print, television, radio and podcast media, who coordinates our speaker’s bureau to present our story and promote events. This person would also write our press releases and develop and contract for advertising.
- A person who will be our merchandise manager in our gift shop who will develop fresh lines of merchandise, negotiate with vendors and maintain our inventory.
Bunker Busters
Join our team of skilled woodworkers, metalworkers, painters, and restoration experts to focus on specific maintenance and restoration projects. Bunker Busters work together on Thursdays to complete projects and also often assist with special events throughout the year.
Tour Guides / Docent
As a docent, you will be the public face of the Museum, welcoming visitors and leading tours, based on your availability, on Sundays from May to September. You’ll learn about and then share the history of Fort Miles and exhibits such as the USS Arizona relic. During the busy summer months, you may elect to work alongside Delaware State Parks historic interpreters on other days the Museum is open.
Event Assistance
Help is needed with events that draw audiences to learn more about WWII and Fort Miles’ role in history, such as Delaware Defense Day in April and Salute to VJ Day in September. You can work behind the scenes or with the public in a variety of roles.
Gift Shop
As a gift shop volunteer, you will meet visitors and help generate revenue to support the Museum’s work. Gift shop hours vary and shift hours are flexible.
Art Room
Are you an art lover or artist yourself? The Museum’s collection of art and artifacts from World War II require in-person staffing when open to visitors. You will also help with creating new art or artifact exhibits and engaging visitors about the pieces of art and the artifacts on display.
Researchers and Writers
You can supplement your interest in history and use your writing talent by contributing to our website and social media pages. Volunteers create or write articles and blog posts.
