Join the Museum’s volunteer team!

The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum is staffed entirely by volunteers! Consider becoming a member of the team! Many opportunities exist for volunteers diverse including:

Equipment Restoration (painting, lettering, wood and metalworking, welding, etc.)

Museum Staff (welcoming visitors, giving tours of the yard)

Sales (staffing our gift shop and sales tables at special events)

Archives (sorting, cataloging, and researching)

Artifacts (photographing, cataloging, and storing)

Yard and Building Maintenance (landscaping, carpentry, painting, housekeeping)

Modular Layout (model building and maintenance, detailing)

Publications (writing articles, editing, researching)

Education (preparing exhibits, teaching children, speaking opportunities)

Communications (keeping in touch with members, visitors, community groups)

Fundraising

Planning future development

And many more!

Museum Helpers Wanted! Volunteers are needed to staff the Museum during the hours when the Museum is open. Volunteers receive training in museum procedures and cash register operations and learn to give guided tours of the outdoor exhibits. Volunteers may serve once a month or more often, as available. Volunteer by calling Dale Woodland at 215-872-2829.