National Waterways Museum seeks volunteers to help bring history to life

By Ellesmere Port Pioneer on Mar 11, 09 10:37 AM in 2000 onwards

THE National Waterways Museum in Ellesmere Port held an open day for people interested in becoming a volunteer.

Current vacancies at the historic seven-acre site include museum guide, archivist, boatman, gardener and Victorian housekeeper.

Steve Stamp, chairman of the Boat Museum Society, which co-ordinates volunteering at the museum, said: "Our volunteers get involved in many different aspects of the museum.

"On the day lots of us were there in overalls, cleaning or repairing boats and engines. Others were taking narrow boats through the locks or moving them about the canal docks.

"We also help out with the public and some of the team were demonstrating crafts or dressing up as characters from the past to help bring history to life."

Museum Director Stuart Gillis said: "There are some really interesting and enjoyable volunteering opportunities for people of all ages here.

"Whether you want to gain more skills and improve your employment prospects, or you're looking for a new hobby to get you out of the house and meeting people, there are lots of good possibilities."

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