Living History Volunteer

Description of Duties: Living History Volunteers assist park staff in recreating military encampments during the period of the Creek Indian War, 1813-1814. Volunteers perform military drill dressed in period clothing (furnished by the park), and develop third person demonstrations for the time period including firing of flintlock muskets and smooth bore cannon.

• Personal enrichment and experience working in a National Park setting.
• Interpretive training and experience that may be useful in securing employment with the National Park Service.
• Training in the safe firing of flintlock muskets and smooth bore cannon.
• Fun and enjoyment of working with other volunteers and park staff.

Knowledge/Skills/Experience Desired

• Ability to communicate with park visitors while dressed in early 1800s era clothing.
• Ability to learn military history and the skills of a militia soldier during the Creek War 1813-1814 as related to military drill and the firing of a flintlock muskets and smooth bore cannon.
• Knowledge of early 1800's frontier history.

Goal/Outcome of Job

• Provide effective living history interpretation and demonstrations to park visitors.
• Add to the visitors' understanding of the significance of Horseshoe Bend and the Creek War in United States history.
• Promote an appreciation of the National Park Service and its mission.