Volunteer

There are a variety of ways to support the park's mission and help visitors find inspiration in Frederick Douglass's legacy.

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Become a steward of Cedar Hill by joining the Volunteers-In-Parks (VIP) program. Volunteers are essential for taking care of the site and connecting visitors to America's national treasures.

You can volunteer on your own or with a group. Volunteers help us accomplish our mission by:

• Operating the front desk at the visitor center
• Removing litter and invasive plant species
• Assisting with special events
• Working on projects
• Giving educational programs and tours of the historic house

We welcome volunteers of all ages. Youth under 18 may volunteer with written consent from a parent or guardian. Your company, organization, or school can volunteer as a group for special events, to fulfill community service hours, or just to support the site.

 

Students get their community service hours by removing invasive species from the site.

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Apply now!

Begin the process by filling out this application (PDF, 330 KB). Contact the volunteer coordinator to get more information or to submit completed applications:

Frederick Douglass NHS
Attn: Volunteer Coordinator
1411 W Street SE
Washington, D.C. 20020

Phone: [phone]

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