Volunteer
Get involved
Cottonwood Mansion Museum is a 19th century mansion rich in heritage and culture. A charitable organization, Cottonwood relies heavily on the support of volunteers and its local communities to keep its doors open. During these difficult times volunteer support is needed now more than ever in order for us to maintain stability and to remain a Haldimand treasure for years to come. We happily offer volunteer opportunities to students requiring volunteer hours and encourage students to apply. If you would like to get involved, please fill out the form below!
What are we looking for?
Here at Cottonwood we are always in search of people who share our passion for preserving local heritage! We have many different volunteer opportunities to choose from depending on level of interest and skill set.
Tour Guide
Provide interior and exterior tours of the house and property to the public.
Historic Garden
Tend to the Cottonwood Courtyard garden which includes caring for the garden beds and watering.
Gift Shop
Be the first point of contact for welcoming visitors. Handling tour sales and gift shop purchases.
Education & Camps
Help support and lead camps and educational programs, prepare crafts, and inspire youth on local history!
Interior & Exterior Maintenance
There is always something to fix or maintain at an old house and we appreciate support in both the interior and exterior aspects of the property. This includes, tending to the yard and pond, handling interior matters such as inspections and repairs.
Housekeeping
If you are interested in volunteering on a weekly basis, we are always seeking support in keeping the house clean and ready to accept visitors!
Special Events
There is a lot to running events and we appreciate support in all aspects of preparing and managing them. This includes setting up, serving, security, preparing food, cooking, greeting visitors and more!