A volunteer presents a program to students about soldier life in the Civil War.
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Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Manassas National Battlefield Park. Last year, our volunteers donated 18,000 hours to the park! We have a diverse array of volunteer opportunities, available to both groups and individuals, in a variety of fields.
Current Volunteer Opportunities
1. Visitor Services Assistant: Assisting visitors to the battlefield, orienting to the park story and opportunities during their visit, assissting with inquiries on visitor ancestors, etc... To apply to be a visitor services assistant volunteer, please contact us.
2. Blue and Gray Trail Crew: This group meets on Thursdays and does work to support our maintenance staff in the upkeep of trails and works with volunteers from the community.
3. Event Volunteers: If you are interested in doing community service projects in the park, we sometimes have projects available such as cleaning up litter, trail maintenance, or other resource management projects. These projects can be tailored to different age groups and are ideal for scouts.
4. Trail Ambassador Program: Our newest volunteer initiative is recruiting now for an anticipated October 2024 start date. If you like to walk the the trails, this program is for you. Trail Ambassadors will help visitors on the trails in various ways, encourage compliance with park rules and regulations, and set an example of stewardship for visitors.
5. American Battlefield Trust Park Day: Held on April 26th, 2025, this event calls for volunteers to help beautify and clean up Henry Hill, site of the climactic fighting of the Battles of Manassas. To read more, including how to register, visit this webpage.
For additional information or questions on volunteering at Manassas National Battlefield Park, please contact the park's Volunteer Coordinator by phone at (703) 361-1339 x1205 or via email.