Volunteer Opportunities

Our dedicated volunteers are a fundamental part of the Historical Society. Without our volunteers, the Historical Society could not continue to thrive and meet its mission. Join us to help preserve history here in Newburgh!!

Volunteer Projects

Our volunteers assist with many projects, including:

  • Tours/Docent duties during our open hours;

  • Gift shop management;

  • Special Events: including help during lectures, workshops and the Candlelight Tour;

  • Office Work;

  • Gardening;

  • Collections management;

  • Ongoing Research Projects in our Archive:

    • Historic Water Street

    • Storm King Mountain

    • The Newburgh Alms House

    • General Lafayette in Newburgh

As a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, the Historical Society of Newburgh Bay and the Highlands is supported by private donations and memberships. The Society does not receive any state or federal funding except through competitive, project-based grants.