Volunteer

National Park Service Volunteer-In-Park logo.
National Park Service Volunteer-In-Park logo.

Have YOU ever wanted to volunteer in a National Park?

Volunteers are an essential element of operations at First State National Historical Park! From trail maintenance and photography, to tour guide and curator, we have opportunities across the state of Delaware for individuals and groups of all ages and skill levels!

In 2023, 150 volunteers donated a collective 2,789 hours of service!

Benefits of Volunteering:

  • Learn New Skills!
  • Gain New Experiences!
  • Meet New People!
  • Receive Volunteer Swag!
  • Be a VIP (Volunteer-In-Parks)!

Interested in becoming a First State National Historical Park Volunteer? Here's how you can apply:

Select one of the park site's listed below or visit volunteer.gov and enter "First State" in the keywords search. Once you have found a position that interests you, click "Apply Now" in the lower left corner of the position description screen. Complete the position application and submit your application. The park's volunteer coordinator will contact you following the application's submission.

 

Current Volunteer Opportunities in the Park

 
Park Superintendent poses with a Girl Scout and a Boy Scout.
Scout Ranger Program

Hey Boy Scouts! Learn more about individual and troop opportunities at the park

Five Girl Scouts pose in front of Old Swedes Church next to a few gravestones.
Girl Scout Ranger Program

Hey Girl Scouts! Learn more about individual and troop opportunities at the park

 
If you would like more information about volunteering at First State National Historical Park, please contact the park's volunteer coordinator via email or by phone at 302-544-6363.

Last updated: November 3, 2023

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

New Castle Court House Museum
Attn: First State NHP
211 Delaware Street

New Castle, DE 19720

Phone:

302-478-2769
If you need to speak to a park ranger call our ranger station at (302-478-2769) and someone will return your call as soon as possible. For a more immediate response, please email the park at firststate@nps.gov.

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