Why volunteer
at the Southern Vermont Arts Center?
There may
be as many answers to that question as there are SVAC Volunteers,
but there is one thing that all of the Arts Center’s volunteers
have in common: the firm belief that the Southern Vermont Arts Center
enhances the quality of life for all of those who live, work, and
vacation in the Manchester region.
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Southern Vermont Arts Center Volunteers enjoy complimentary membership
in the Vermont Museum and Gallery Alliance entitling each volunteer
free admission to every historical site, museum, and gallery in this
statewide organization, a free pass to the Yester House Gallery and
the Wilson Museum for themselves and up to three guests, 10% off purchases
at the gift shop, and a chance to win a free lunch at the Garden Café
each month.
Southern Vermont Art Center Volunteer Program
2008-2009 Volunteer Positions Job Descriptions
Arts Exhibitions: Volunteers assist with the installation
of Artist Member Exhibitions and Solo Artist Shows. Responsibilities
may include receiving, hanging and removal of artwork for exhibitions,
as well as recording and cataloging exhibits.
Botany
Trail: Volunteers assist the Manchester Garden Club with
maintenance of the trail. This is a great way to learn about the flora
and fauna along the trail.
Children’s Events: Help our staff plan and
host events for children with hands-on art activities. Our events
for children last year included: Be an Art Student for a Day, Sci-Fi
Art Day, and Art on the Hill.
Docents/ Tours: Docents guide visitors and tour groups
through the exhibits and grounds. A thorough knowledge of the exhibits
and SVAC history is required. Training and materials will be provided.
This position typically involves leading an activity in Yester House
Gallery or the studios for school groups.
Flowers: Join our group of volunteers who drop off
a floral arrangement for the gallery before the weekend. This is a
great way to share your garden with the community.
Fundraising Events: Christmas at Yester House, A
Night in Monte Carlo and the Scottish Winter Ball are just a few of
the fundraisers at SVAC. Volunteering for a fundraising event is a
great way to concentrate your volunteer time during one season of
the year, especially for “snow birds!”
Hospitality Co-Chairs: Joan Fee and Ellen Lipschutz,
Staff Liaison: Ed Cyzewski. Volunteers assist in supplying, preparing,
and serving refreshments during opening receptions at the Yester House
galleries. Hours: Saturdays of Receptions 1:15-4:00.
Lodging Friends: Volunteers help distribute materials
from SVAC to the various Inns in the area.
Mailings: During the winter and spring volunteers
help our development department send mailings to members and to our
surrounding community.
Museum Events: Help host our museum events by assisting
with event set up, making snacks, or serving them at the event.
Reception Desk: Yester House Gallery and
Elizabeth de C. Wilson Museum Volunteers are responsible
for greeting visitors, collecting admission fees, keeping attendance
records and encouraging new memberships and contributions. The Arts
Center staff will provide Training and support. Occasionally the volunteer
may be asked to assist with mailings and other light duty projects.
Hours: Tues.-Sat. 10:00-1:00 or 1:00-4:00, Sun. 12:30-4:00
Stratton Events: A new volunteer area to help with family
events and exhibition set up.
Ushers: Volunteers assist during SVAC performances
presented at the Arts Center. Positions available include box office
attendants, ushers and CD/Book sales people. These volunteers are
often required to stand for long periods of time.
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