Historic/Cultural Preservation

The Germantown Historical Society is seeking a part-time (15-20 hrs a week) intern to work on a project cataloging its hat collection. The goal of this project is to continue work started by GHS volunteers to inventory, catalog, and re-pack the hats in the historic clothing collection. This project provides the opportunity for a student to get hands-on experience in museum work, from documenting and cataloguing objects to assisting in planning a small exhibition.

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Friends of Rittenhouse Square is seeking a Director of Operations to support the beautification and ongoing care of Rittenhouse Square Park in Philadelphia. 

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Friends of Rittenhouse Square is looking for a Director of Development and Partnerships to further our fundraising efforts and build our team capacity. The Director will enhance existing relationships, manage fundraising events and socials, and extend our reach by developing creative partnerships with key stakeholders; furthering our mission to preserve, protect and beautify Rittenhouse Square. 

Historic Stenton seeks a Development Associate to support its fundraising activities. The Development Associate will work closely with the Board of Managers, Executive Director, and consultants to coordinate a capital campaign and annual development operations for Stenton. 

Glen Foerd, a dynamic cultural institution committed to enriching our community through art and environmental education, seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to provide organizational support to the Executive Director and contribute to the success of fundraising activities. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a vibrant cultural organization.

Merion Friends Meeting is in search of an individual or couple to serve as caretaker/s for its 1695 National Historic Landmark Meetinghouse and 2-acre site located in Merion Station. The caretaker/s will provide landscaping, housekeeping, cleaning, and maintenance for the entire property, including the Meeting House, Friends Hall, Caretaker’s House, out-buildings, horse sheds, and burial ground. The caretaker/s receives rent-free housing (excluding utilities) in a 3-1/2-bedroom, 2-bathroom 1805 house located in the Lower Merion Township School District. 

The Project Manager is a key team member, responsible for managing a portfolio of projects which includes planning, coordination, and implementation of each project within the scope of client-driven budgets, timelines, and quality expectations. They also effectively monitor and present project updates to relevant stakeholders, clients, or project team members.

Working within the Registrar’s Office, the Media Preparation Specialist is an important team member, responsible for collections care, including item-level check-ins and media preparation. This position offers the right candidate a unique opportunity to be immersed in a resource-rich environment at a fast-growing company. The position is first shift, 8am-4pm, M-F, 40/hrs week. This position is eligible for the company's benefits package, including company-sponsored medical insurance (Independence Blue Cross); voluntary SIMPLE-IRA contributions with matching; and 15 days PTO, as well as company holidays. The pay rate starts at $20 hourly, depending on experience.

The Pharmacy Museum Research Assistant supports the Marvin Samson Museum for the History of Pharmacy’s mission by conducting historical research, researching and cataloging the collection, assisting with exhibit development, and contributing to educational programming related to pharmacy history and practice. This role combines elements of museum work, pharmaceutical knowledge, historical research and scholarly work.

This position offers a unique opportunity to combine with historical research in a museum setting, contributing to the preservation and interpretation of pharmacy history for public education and engagement.

This is a part-time position at about 20 hours/week. This position is effective for a one year term.

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