Thomas Jefferson's retreat home, Poplar Forest, will host an Open House on January 13th for anyone interested in donating time as a volunteer.
Volunteers are needed to work with school children in educational programs, assist in the Museum Shop (admissions), and lead guided tours through the historic house and landscape.
Volunteers participate in a thorough training program of four, 3-hour classes and are provided with comprehensive materials.
All Poplar Forest volunteers receive free family admission to Poplar Forest, library privileges and a 15% Museum Shop discount, among other benefits.
NOTE: In case of inclement weather, the Open House will be held on Sunday, January 20th at 2:00 pm.
Official Website: http://www.poplarforest.org
Added by tjpoplar on November 21, 2007