Volunteer

The Frederick W. Vanderbilt Garden Association maintains the beauty of the historic, Italianate gardens.

NPS/ C.S. Anderson III

Each year, around 200 volunteers generously give their time and talents to help the National Historic Sites of Hyde Park fulfill the NPS mission.

Their work is critical in helping us share and preserve the legacy of Frederick and Louise Vanderbilt.

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On this page, you will find volunteer options for gardening, interpretive services, and students at the park. At the bottom of this page, listings from Volunteer.gov will appear when there are active positions available at the Vanderbilt Mansion NHS. Volunteer.gov is the primary recruitment and management website for federal agencies.

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If a volunteer position is available on Volunteer.gov, you may fill out the digital form there to apply. Otherwise, for additional information or to express interest, please use the following e-mail form: Volunteers - Roosevelt-Vanderbilt. A member of our volunteer coordinating team will respond to your inquiry.

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Hyde Park, NY contains three National Historic Sites. All three sites can use the assitive care of committed volunteers, so each site offers unique opportunities for volunteerism. Follow the links below to learn about NPS volunteerism at our other two sites:

• Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt NHS - Volunteer

• Eleanor Roosevelt NHS - Volunteer

 

NPS/ C.S. Anderson III

 

Gardening - Volunteer Opportunities

Alongside NPS and partner horticulturalists, garden volunteers perform a full range of gardening tasks including planting, weeding, and general landscape maintenance. Their work is vital to preserving and beautifying the landscapes at our park. No prior experience is required, and training is provided by park or partner staff during gardening sessions.

Volunteer gardening generally takes place from April to November at predetermined times and locations. Click on the garden space panel below to learn about the unique details and schedules. If you are interested in this category of volunteerism, please contact us through this email form: Volunteers - Roosevelt-Vanderbilt.

Vanderbilt Mansion Formal Gardens

Gardening in Hyde Park: Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt

Gardening in Hyde Park: Eleanor Roosevelt

 

Interpretation / Visitor Services - Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers within the interpretation and visitor service divisions work alongside NPS Park Rangers, Fee Technicians, and Guides to provide the visiting public with engaging experiences. These volunteers may tell the heritage stories of the park or orient visitors using current park guidelines. 

In this category the position often available at the Vanderbilt Mansion NHS is "Volunteer Tour Guide". Click the panels below to learn a little more about volunteer roles. If you are interested in this category of volunteerism, please contact us through this email form: Volunteers - Roosevelt-Vanderbilt.

Volunteer Tour Guide

Trails & Rails Volunteer

 

Student - Volunteer Opportunities

The National Historic Sites of Hyde Park, NY are always searching for great ways to engage with youth and young adults. Any new options for students will appear below, and you may click the options to learn more.

Student Internships

Youth Scout Organizations

 

NPS/ C.S. Anderson III

 

Open Volunteer.gov Positions