Volunteer

Become a Volunteer

Volunteers are the heart of the Glen Ellyn Historical Society. Several opportunities are available based on your interests, passion, and time availability. You can volunteer to research, give tours, work the gift shop, help at one of our events, and more.

Visitor Support Opportunities

  • Provide museum tours

    Be a docent for people who tour Stacy’s Tavern Museum.

  • Volunteer at the gift shop

    Hold regular hours working the cash register at the Stacy’s Corners Store.

  • Help with events

    Volunteer at one-day events, greet guests at programs, or help with large mailings.

Research Opportunities

  • Work the archives

    Catalog items and help maintain our database and collections.

  • Historical Plaque Research

    Research homes and businesses for our historical house plaque program.

  • Inquiry Research

    Dig into Glen Ellyn History, genealogy, and more in response to community member questions.

  • Speakers Bureau

    Present a program on Glen Ellyn History! Use ours or work with us to create your own.

Operations Support Opportunities

  • Serve on a committee

    Bring your expertise and interest to the program, finance, fundraising, museum committee and more.

  • Marketing and social media

    Help design or write posters, brochures, online content, and more.

  • Work the grounds

    Help with weeding, watering, gardening, and keeping our grounds beautiful.

Internship

High school, college and graduate students — and recent grads — are welcome to volunteer to gain work or service experience. (Sorry, but we don’t have any paid internships available right now.)

Hours

Glen Ellyn History Center

Tuesday - Saturday: 10AM - 5PM

Stacy's Tavern Museum

Wednesday - Friday: 10AM - 4PM

Tours available by Appointment only.

Upcoming Events