Description
Are you enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the Asian history of Edmonton and Western Canada? Do you love to facilitate memory-making experiences? Are you eager to share your knowledge and lived history in response to people's curiosity, perspectives and questions? If yes, read on to learn more about the amazing opportunities that come with being an Asian History Interpreter!
As a historical interpreter you will bring history to life in times-gone-by and create meaningful experiences for others. You'll be dressed in period wardrobe, on-site at Fort Edmonton Park's 1905 or 1920 Street, showcasing your lived history and knowledge, enlightening others, and championing truths about an important part of our history. We are looking for people who are passionate about the past and love to tell stories, teach, and share their heritage skills
Our living history museum strives to create an immersive and engaging environment. To visualize what it's like to be on our team, watch this video: https://youtu.be/hBMlRID0IoA.
What will you do?
- Interpret Edmonton and Western Canada's early, 1900s, Asian history to the visiting public, using a variety of methods such as conversation, re-enactment, role-playing, tours and hands-on activities/demonstrations of historic and Traditional skills in historical wardrobe
- Participate in and lead large-scale interpretive programs such as historical talks, dramatic vignettes, and special event activities. Assist in researching and developing new stories and activities
- Assist in supporting and mentoring colleagues and volunteers
- Navigate the scope of the public's questions and perspectives inclusively and respectfully, while also recognizing your right to the same
- Assist with high-volume special events
- Assist in the maintenance of artifacts and program supplies
- Collect statistical information and document programs, as required
- Lead programs for pre-registered groups, as required
- Participate in outreach, media engagements, public events, and other functions, as required
- Complete other duties, as required
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