Volunteer News

The interpretive activities and seasonal events can't happen without our great volunteers.  Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is always looking for persons of all ages and backgrounds interested in history and working with visitors.

Help Make Old Town History Come Alive!
Join our enthusiastic group of volunteers who share their diverse interests and heritage in one of the most popular parks.  Volunteers bring the park to life in a variety of ways such as blacksmithing, leather tanning, storytelling, gardening, leading tours, assisting in museums, tortilla making, corn husk doll making, artisan’s skills, shoemaking, food preparation, and other fun activities!  Join in special events in an 1800s festive atmosphere!  

For more information, contact Becky Green at (619) 688-3260, email becky[dot]green[at]parks[dot]ca[dot]gov, or mail to:
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
4477 Pacific Highway
San Diego, CA  92110

 Announcements-Information for current volunteers
Coming Soon.

2013 Schedule

Open Monthly Meeting for Park Volunteers & Staff.
Third Saturday 10:00-12:00 p.m.: Includes special speakers and skill training.

Ongoing Living History Activities.
Every Wednesday & Saturday: Blacksmithing plus free activities and demonstrations that are fun and informative.

First Saturday.

Print Guild, using period technology to produce newspapers, cards, etc.
1800s Tintype Photographers.
Historic Contra Dance Society social, open to both dancers & spectators.

Third Saturday.
Fiber Arts (carding & spinning wool, weaving, knitting, crochet).
Historic Quilt Guild.
Mormon Battalion Museum (games, crafts, & other activities).

Fourth Saturday.
Soap Makers (demonstrating historical techniques).
Mountain Men (music & other activities).

 Downloads
Volunteer Brochure

Volunteer Recruitment News Release

Volunteer Application
This form can be filled out, saved, mailed, or emailed to the volunteer coordinator.
Adobe Acrobat Reader program required.

Old Town San Diego Historic Guilds and Focus Groups

 Requests for volunteers
The Print Shop is looking for volunteers with printing experience.  In addition, we are especially looking for volunteers with the ability to repair our 19th century Washington Press. (11/24/09)