- WANTED! -
Living History Volunteers
at Columbia State Historic Park

Help park visitors gain a better understanding of the experience of gold rush miners & merchants in the years 1850-1870. We need your help providing tours & demonstrations in many of the historic buildings that are otherwise closed to the public.

Potential docents (trained volunteers) must enjoy interacting with the public & the camaraderie of working with others who have a passion for history. We ask that docents volunteer approximately eight hours a month.

Benefits include training by knowledgeable staff & guest speakers, passes to other parks, ongoing training & field trips, & the reward of bringing the past to life!


- Columbia State Historic Park New Docent Training Course -
Docents are trained volunteers who assist in the educational and interpretive programs at Columbia State Historic Park by conducting school programs, staffing the museum, and participating in Special Events such as Diggins and Lamplight. Many benefits are offered, including free passes to other state parks, and the joy of sharing this unique historic spot with visitors from throughout the world. Begins January 19th and runs through February. For an application and to schedule an interview, call 588-9128.

- Training Tracks for new & seasoned docents -

Please contact Docent Coordinator Steve Bechtold at (209) 588-9128 or email: sbechtold@parks.ca.gov for an application & additional information... Download a State Parks Volunteer Application here.
Mail completed applications to:
11255 Jackson St. Columbia, CA 95310

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