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  • Field Leader – Atlanta Historic Preservation Team

    Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Park Auburn Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA, United States

    Position Summary  Join a hands-on crew working to preserve historic structures and homes at Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park in Atlanta, GA. As a Historic Preservation Crew Member, […]

  • Traditional Trades Advancement Program (TTAP) at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

    Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lake Shore Empire, MI, United States

    Job Description Position Summary  Build your hands-on preservation trades skills at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore through projects addressing a range of historic preservation needs. Over the course of a 26-week immersive experience, TTAP participants train and work alongside experienced NPS employees to preserve cultural resources and crucial infrastructure. TTAP members will obtain a breadth […]

  • Traditional Trades Advancement Program at Fort McHenry National Monument

    Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine & Hampton National Historic Site 2400 East Fort Avenue, Baltimore, MD, United States

    Job Description Position Summary  Build your hands-on preservation trades skills at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine and Hampton National Historic Site through projects addressing a range of historic […]

  • Traditional Trades Advancement Program at Fort Sumter National Monument

    Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park 1214 Middle Street , SC, Sullivan's Island, VA, United States

    Job Description Position Summary  Build your hands-on preservation trades skills at Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park through projects addressing a range of historic preservation needs. Over the […]

  • Traditional Trades Advancement Program at Andrew Johnson National Historic Site

    Andrew Johnson National Historic Site Andrew Johnson National Historic Site 121 Monument Ave., Greeneville, TN, United States

    Job Description Position Summary  Build your hands-on preservation trades skills at Andrew Johnson National Historic Site through projects addressing a range of historic preservation needs. Over the course of a […]

  • Traditional Trades Advancement Program at Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    Great Smoky Mountains National Park 107 Park Headquarters Road Gatlinburg, TN 107 Park Headquarters Road, Gatlinburg, TN, United States

    Job Description Position Summary  Build your hands-on preservation trades skills at Great Smoky Mountains National Park through projects addressing a range of historic preservation needs. Over the course of a […]

  • Traditional Trades Advancement Program at Catoctin Mountain Park

    Catoctin Mountain Park 6602 Foxville Road, Thurmont, MD, United States

    Job Description Position Summary  Build your hands-on preservation trades skills at Catoctin Mountain Park through projects addressing a range of historic preservation needs. Over the course of a 26-week immersive […]

  • Historic Preservation Trades Placement (TTAP) at C&O Canal National Historic Park

    C&O Canal National Historical Park 142 W. Potomac St., Williamsport, VA, United States

    Job Description Location: Williamsport, MD Program Dates: April 6, 2026 – October 2, 2026 Schedule: 40 hours/week (weekends and federal holidays off) Compensation: $1,440 bi-weekly living allowance (pre-tax) Position Summary Build your hands-on preservation […]

  • Brickyard Interpreter (Summer)

    Colonial Williamsburg Williamsburg, PA, United States

    Founded in 1926, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not-for-profit educational, historic, and cultural institution that owns and operates one of the largest and best-known museum complexes in the […]

  • Masonry Repointing Workshop

    Hargett Farm 6129 Butterly Lane, Frederick, MD, United States

    In this two-day hands-on masonry workshop under the guidance of Master Craftsman David Gibney, participants will learn and practice traditional repointing techniques using both real-world conditions and controlled training environments. […]

    $400 – $450

  • Sherando Lake Beach House, VA 2026

    Sherando Lake Beach House, VA 2026
    Sherando Lake Recreation Area 96 Sherando Lake Rd., Lyndhurst, VA, United States

    We’re headed back to the ever-popular Sherando Lake Recreation Area to continue our work on the Beach House! PROJECT PARTNER: George Washington & Jefferson National Forest SESSION DATES: April 12-17, April 26 – May 1, May 3-8, and May 10-15 CAPACITY PER SESSION: 7 Volunteers + 1 Kitchen Helper PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Reid Saunders! CREW LEADER: Emily Dietrich!   SCOPE OF […]

    Free

  • Sharpening Chisels & Planes

    Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute 1375 N. Main St, Building 41, Adrian, MI, United States

    The key to using hand tools correctly is a sharp edge - learn how the masters make it look so easy. Join expert woodworker and machinist Bob Goppold for a one day workshop on sharpening hand planes and chisels. Learn the physical properties of tools, how to know when a blade needs sharpening, and several […]

    $85

  • Drystone Workshop

    Gathland State Park 900 Arnoldstown Road, Jefferson, MD, United States

    This two-day hands-on drystone workshop is focused on repairing and constructing dry-laid stone walls. Under the guidance of Neil Rippingale, participants will learn traditional drystone techniques and practice using both […]

    $400 – $450

  • Saline Poor House, IL 2026

    Saline Poor House, IL 2026
    Saline County Poor Farm 1600 Feazel Rd, Harrisburg, IL, United States

    Preservation meets social welfare history at this Southern Illinois volunteer opportunity. PROJECT PARTNER: Saline County SESSION DATES: April 19-24, April 26 – May 1, May 3-8, May 10-15, and May 17-22 CAPACITY PER SESSION: 7 Volunteers + 1 Kitchen Helper (Sessions 1 and 2) 6 Volunteers + No Kitchen Helper (Sessions 3,4, and 5)   SCOPE OF WORK: […]

    Free

  • Sherando Lake Beach House, VA 2026

    Sherando Lake Beach House, VA 2026
    Sherando Lake Recreation Area 96 Sherando Lake Rd., Lyndhurst, VA, United States

    We’re headed back to the ever-popular Sherando Lake Recreation Area to continue our work on the Beach House! PROJECT PARTNER: George Washington & Jefferson National Forest SESSION DATES: April 12-17, April 26 – May 1, May 3-8, and May 10-15 CAPACITY PER SESSION: 7 Volunteers + 1 Kitchen Helper PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Reid Saunders! CREW LEADER: Emily Dietrich!   SCOPE OF […]

    Free

  • Saline Poor House, IL 2026

    Saline Poor House, IL 2026
    Saline County Poor Farm 1600 Feazel Rd, Harrisburg, IL, United States

    Preservation meets social welfare history at this Southern Illinois volunteer opportunity. PROJECT PARTNER: Saline County SESSION DATES: April 19-24, April 26 – May 1, May 3-8, May 10-15, and May 17-22 CAPACITY PER SESSION: 7 Volunteers + 1 Kitchen Helper (Sessions 1 and 2) 6 Volunteers + No Kitchen Helper (Sessions 3,4, and 5)   SCOPE OF WORK: […]

    Free

  • Historic Masonry Repointing Workshop

    Arthurdale Heritage 18 Q Road, Arthurdale, WV, United States

    In this two-day hands-on masonry workshop under the guidance of Master Craftsman David Gibney, participants will learn and practice traditional repointing techniques using both real-world conditions and controlled training environments. […]

    $400 – $450

  • Sherando Lake Beach House, VA 2026

    Sherando Lake Beach House, VA 2026
    Sherando Lake Recreation Area 96 Sherando Lake Rd., Lyndhurst, VA, United States

    We’re headed back to the ever-popular Sherando Lake Recreation Area to continue our work on the Beach House! PROJECT PARTNER: George Washington & Jefferson National Forest SESSION DATES: April 12-17, April 26 – May 1, May 3-8, and May 10-15 CAPACITY PER SESSION: 7 Volunteers + 1 Kitchen Helper PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Reid Saunders! CREW LEADER: Emily Dietrich!   SCOPE OF […]

    Free

  • Saline Poor House, IL 2026

    Saline Poor House, IL 2026
    Saline County Poor Farm 1600 Feazel Rd, Harrisburg, IL, United States

    Preservation meets social welfare history at this Southern Illinois volunteer opportunity. PROJECT PARTNER: Saline County SESSION DATES: April 19-24, April 26 – May 1, May 3-8, May 10-15, and May 17-22 CAPACITY PER SESSION: 7 Volunteers + 1 Kitchen Helper (Sessions 1 and 2) 6 Volunteers + No Kitchen Helper (Sessions 3,4, and 5)   SCOPE OF WORK: […]

    Free

  • Timber Framing

    Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute 1375 N. Main St, Building 41, Adrian, MI, United States

    This course will give students a foundational education in timber framing while they work as a group to build and complete a timber frame pavilion. Students will gain an understanding […]

    $1250.00

  • Sherando Lake Beach House, VA 2026

    Sherando Lake Beach House, VA 2026
    Sherando Lake Recreation Area 96 Sherando Lake Rd., Lyndhurst, VA, United States

    We’re headed back to the ever-popular Sherando Lake Recreation Area to continue our work on the Beach House! PROJECT PARTNER: George Washington & Jefferson National Forest SESSION DATES: April 12-17, April 26 – May 1, May 3-8, and May 10-15 CAPACITY PER SESSION: 7 Volunteers + 1 Kitchen Helper PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Reid Saunders! CREW LEADER: Emily Dietrich!   SCOPE OF […]

    Free

  • Saline Poor House, IL 2026

    Saline Poor House, IL 2026
    Saline County Poor Farm 1600 Feazel Rd, Harrisburg, IL, United States

    Preservation meets social welfare history at this Southern Illinois volunteer opportunity. PROJECT PARTNER: Saline County SESSION DATES: April 19-24, April 26 – May 1, May 3-8, May 10-15, and May 17-22 CAPACITY PER SESSION: 7 Volunteers + 1 Kitchen Helper (Sessions 1 and 2) 6 Volunteers + No Kitchen Helper (Sessions 3,4, and 5)   SCOPE OF WORK: […]

    Free