As well as the art gallery’s ever-changing displays which are often created in partnership with national museums, the Herbert offers a wide range of detailed talks, fantastic events and inventive ...
Herbert History Tour
Contact person
Rupert Hedley
#101372
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Summary
We’re on the hunt for friendly, chatty folks to help bring Coventry’s history to life!
Detailed description
You’ll be hanging out in the Covered Court, where you’ll get to spend time with Dippy the Dinosaur, ancient fossils, a Victorian weaving machine, with access to our Medieval Undercroft and loads more.
If you’re into meeting new people, learning fun facts, and being part of a lovely team — this could be your thing!
What You’ll Be Doing
- Welcoming visitors to the Covered Court and thanking them as they leave
- Monitoring exhibits and reporting any issues to staff
- Engaging visitors in friendly conversation and offering insights into the displays
- Encouraging visitors to explore nearby areas of the museum
- (Optional) Assisting with visitor surveys
What We’re Looking For
- A friendly, confident, and proactive approach to engaging with the public
- Good spoken English and communication skills
- Reliability and a willingness to volunteer as part of a team
- No prior knowledge of Coventry’s history is required – just an interest and a desire to learn and share
What You’ll Gain
✔ Experience volunteering in a museum environment
✔ Gain visitor engagement and exhibit knowledge
✔ Opportunities to develop communication and teamwork skills
✔ Valuable experience for CVs, applications, and interviews
✔ Full induction and ongoing support from museum staff
What volunteers need
🗣️ Native language skills
What we will provide to volunteers
💸 Reimbursement of costs
🤝 Extra support
About Herbert Art Gallery & Museum
As well as the art gallery’s ever-changing displays which are often created in partnership with national museums, the Herbert offers a wide range of detailed talks, fantastic events and inventive workshops for adults and families. The Herbert Art Gallery encourages creativity, exploration and fun.
Gain a fresh perspective on the legend of Lady Godiva, discover your ancestors’ history in the Coventry Archives, and explore Coventry's history from the 1500s onwards. All of this is just a stone’s throw away from Coventry Cathedral.
The Herbert is also home to Coventry Archives, the city’s destination for historical documents, photographs, maps and archival materials.
You can also book special tours of the Old Grammar School and Medieval Undercroft should you wish to explore Coventry’s rich history further.