Volunteer Opportunities at the AHC

There are many ways to support the mission of the Architectural Heritage Center by volunteering your time and expertise SolidWorks 2018 Hangul. Your volunteer support is welcomed and much appreciated. For more information on specific volunteer tasks or committees, contact us at info@visitahc.org or at 503-231-7264 youtube 4k video.

Examples of volunteer activities:

  • Be an “ambassador” for the AHC and staff the front desk 맥os 매버릭스 다운로드. Duties include greeting visitors to our building and our exhibitions, answering the phone, selling memberships and taking program reservations.
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  • Help with special events like our annual auction, our Old House Revival, exhibition openings, and special receptions 스쿨마스터 2015 다운로드.
  • Catalogue our artifact collection and prepare them for storage or exhibits.
  • Assist staff with communications tasks to promote our program and activities.
  • Join a committee and contribute on an ongoing basis to the work of the AHC. More information is below.

AHC Volunteer Committees

The Advocacy Committee  advocates for the preservation of the art, craft, and context of historic buildings and places to promote our cultural heritage as a vital element of livable, sustainable, communities, with a focus on the Portland Metro region. Volunteers with expertise in architecture, architectural history, art history, historic preservation, and public relations may be interested.

 

The Auction Committee works year round on this gala fund raiser held each October. The Committee, led by a volunteer Auction Chair, oversees overall planning for the event. Opportunities are also available to volunteer for subcommittees that procure auction items, sell auction and raffle tickets, create decorations, organize set-up, supervise registration, and help with the silent and oral auctions.

 

The Collections/Exhibits Committee reviews and decides on acquisitions, helps catalogue the collection, and works with the Curator to plan and install exhibits. Committee members should have a background or interest in architecture, art history, and/or historic preservation. Specialized skills or knowledge of specific artifact categories is also a plus.

 

The Education Committee oversees an extensive roster of programs and neighborhood walking tours which deal with many aspects of architecture and historic preservation.  Committee members create new programs, recommend speakers for other programs, and help on the day of the event.  In addition, Committee members are encouraged to learn existing programs and present them. Knowledge of local history, architecture and/or historic preservation issues is desirable.

  • Apply to be an AHC Volunteer

    Your volunteer support is welcomed and appreciated. Please provide your contact information, and let us know how you’d like to be involved by marking your areas of interest.

  • Areas of Interest

    The Architectural Heritage Center uses volunteers in a wide variety of roles. If you'd like to learn more about being a volunteer, please indicate below the areas that fit your interests, skills, and experience. We will follow up with you to talk more about the opportunities and expectations of these activities. Thank you!