BMCF Volunteer Brochure

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Our Mission To preserve, interpret and promote Blacksburg’s art, history and cultural heritage.

Our Goal Surround ourselves with the history of Blacksburg and be a hub from which culturally enriching programs are developed, coordinated and distributed.

The Blacksburg Museum and Cultural Foundation builds community through the arts, history and cultural heritage of Blacksburg and beyond.

Call 540-558-0746 for more information www.BlacksburgHistory.org 204 Draper Road, Southwest Blacksburg, Virginia 24060

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Regular Hours Alexander Black House & Cultural Center Tuesday - Saturday 10 am – 4 pm St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall Thursday - Friday 2 pm – 5 pm Admission is free and exhibits are open to the public.

Connect with us! info@blacksburghistory.org | www.BlacksburgHistory.org

Our Community Starts with You

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Become a BMCF Volunteer Today

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Identify how you would like to become involved in the Blacksburg Museum & Cultural Foundation by selecting your interests and your availability:

INTERESTS Docent - ABF

Collections

Docent - OF

One Day Events

YouTube Channel

Special Events

Historic Chats

Gift Shop

Research /History

General Office Help

The newly restored Alexander Black House & Cultural Center is a hub of art, history, and cultural heritage including exhibits, events, and activities for all ages. As the former home of Alexander Black, descendant of Blacksburg founder William Black, the Cultural Center has evolved into “Blacksburg’s Living Room”.

Our Commitment to You

AVAILABILITY am pm Tuesday

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Thursday

Friday

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We promise to do our best to make your experience with us enjoyable and rewarding.

We commit to: • Provide adequate description of your volunteer role and all training required.

• Explain the standards we expect for our services and support you achieve and maintain them

I agree to help the BMCF fulfill its mission and services tot he community. I agree to fulfill my commitments to the BMCF or give reasonable notice so other arrangements may be made.

• Become a part of our volunteer rewards program including discounts and other rewards.

Your Commitment to Us

Signature

Please return this BMCF Volunteer Form to: BMCF, 204 Draper Road Blacksburg VA 24060 P 540.558.0746 F 540.961.1889 E info@blacksburghistory.org

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Built in 1905, the St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall has served as the center of the New Town community, an African American neighborhood in Blacksburg, through the end of segregation. Today, the Hall continues to serve the community by hosting New Town Festivals, exhibits, and other events. The Hall also boasts New Town Remembered, a virtual game where visitors can explore New Town and meet its former residents.

• Help fulfill the mission of BMCF • Attend training as needed • Provide guest educational opportunities and a rewarding experience • Meet time commitments and standards agree to • Have Fun!