Volunteer Interpreters provide year-round guided programs and tours for school groups and other visitors to the Landmark. Special training is required.

Opportunities

• Learn the cultural history of the region and the latest information about the Landmark's archaeological and environmental research in this 26-hour training course.
• Lead guided tours of the outdoor excavation sites and exhibits galleries for school groups and the general public. (You must be able to walk the one-mile trail and climb stairs.)
• Staff the Learning Center, answering questions and assisting visitors.
• Serve as demonstrators during special events.
• Lead or assist with workshops and other programs presented at the Landmark.

Qualifications

• Interest in learning a three-dimensional history of Lubbock and the region - cultural, environmental, and archaeological.
• Enjoy working in an outdoor setting.
• Willingness to share your enthusiasm with others.
• Confort and confidence in speaking to a variety of age groups.
• Completion of the interpreter training course.
• Commitment to active participation for at least one year after training.

Benefits

• The opportunity to broaden your knowledge through a fun, informative training course.
• Continuing your education through interpreter enrichments.
• An opportunity to get to know people with similar interests as well as local and national experts.
• The satisfaction of helping others learn the importance of preserving our cultural and environmental history.
• A 10% discount in the Landmark's gift shop.
  
  

Volunteer Interpreter Application
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Volunteer Interpreter Training Schedule 2011
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Those wishing to be involved in the volunteer interpreter program should contact the Education Department at lubbock.education@ttu.edu