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Volunteer

Whether you are an avid history buff or have a special talent to share, the Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation is looking for individuals interested in being part of our volunteer program, Pricketts Fort Pride. As a volunteer you will be part of a dynamic group of dedicated individuals who find their service here both enjoyable and personally gratifying. We have several positions for which we need assistance and will provide specialized training if required. ​As a non-profit organization, volunteerism is important to our success in creating a unique living history experience for all of our guests. Please join us in a community of support for the educational, historic, and outreach efforts of the Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation.
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How to Volunteer

Stop by our office in the Pricketts Fort Visitor Center to fill out a volunteer application. 88 State Park Road, Fairmont, WV 26554.

Collections Care

Duties: Work on ongoing inventory, storage and computerization of records for museum collection.
Hours: Flexible based on the volunteer's schedule.
Term: Year-round.
Requirements: Attention to detail and ability to work alone.

School Tour Assistant

Duties: Assist with school tours by keeping time and facilitating changes of groups through stations.
Hours: Minimum of one day per week. Weekdays as tours are scheduled in the spring and fall.
Requirements: Love of students and ability to work with large groups.

Docent

Duties: Travel to schools to conduct outreach programs about history.
Hours: Occasional weekdays as programs are scheduled. Term: Year-round
Requirements: Love of teaching, knowledge of history and ability to work diverse groups.

Special Events Assistant

Duties: Assist at special events such as concerts and theatrical performances, park cars, run concessions, hand out programs and greet public.
Term: Year-round as needed.
Hours: Occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
Requirements: Enjoyment of public and events.

Museum Shop Assistant

Duties: Sell merchandise, tickets, and memberships, answer questions for the public.
Hours: Minimum of one day per week. Flexible based on the volunteer's schedule. Weekdays or weekends.
Term: Seasonal, April to October.
Requirements: Customer service skills and knowledge of regional attractions

Historic Interpreter

Duties: Work within the Fort or Job House as a costumed interpreter.
Hours: Flexible based on the volunteer's schedule. Weekdays or weekends.
Term: Seasonal, April to October.
Requirements: Period clothing and knowledge of 18th and/or 19th century regional history. Ability to speak to a wide variety of people and/or demonstrate a particular activity or craft.

Historic Gardener

Duties: Assist with ongoing upkeep of the park's historic gardens.
Hours: Minimum of one day per week. Flexible based on the volunteer's schedule. Weekdays or weekends.
Term: Seasonal, April to October.
Requirements: Knowledge of gardening and available tools and ability to work outdoors.

Hours of Operation

Visitor Center:
Open Daily - 10am to 4pm
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays after Labor Day
After October 30th, Closed Weekends until April 24th

Fort Tours:
The 2023 season begins on April 24th and runs through October 30th. Self-guided audio tours are available during the off-season beginning in January.

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Pricketts Fort
Memorial Foundation

88 State Park Road
Fairmont, West Virginia 26554
CALL NOW: 304.363.3030
Email: info@prickettsfort.org

Photography Policy

Starting April 23, 2018, Prickett's Fort State Park and the Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation will no longer allow for pay photographers (photographers for hire) to take pictures during operating hours and special events. Photographers are welcome before and after regular business hours and special events. Please see times and upcoming events page.
​2023 CORPORATE MEMBERS​
Gwynn Tire Service, Inc. 
Ford Funeral Home 
Visit Mountaineer Country Convention and Visitors Bureau 
​Marion County Convention and Visitors Bureau ​
2022 FINANCIAL SUPPORTERS
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Marion County Commission
​Convention and Visitors Bureau of Marion County
​First Energy Foundation
​Town of White Hall

  • Visit Pricketts Fort
    • Tours
    • Field Trips
    • Plan an Event
    • Recreational Opportunities
  • Events
    • Upcoming Events
    • Register for an Event
  • Ways to Give
    • Make a Gift
    • Become a Member
    • Sponsor a Concert
    • Volunteer
    • Planned Giving
    • Shop at AmazonSmile
  • History
    • Fort
    • Job Prickett House
    • Native Americans in West Virginia
  • For Kids
  • Shop
  • About
    • The Foundation
    • The Museum
    • Career Opportunities
    • Contact
    • Subscribe