Colonial Williamsburg Youth Volunteer Programs

ByOlivia Bada

Colonial Williamsburg is expanding their Youth Volunteer Programs. There are many opportunities for year-long or summer positions.

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Fifes and Drums

If you are a local, you have witnessed the powerful performance the Colonial Williamsburg Fifes and Drums. Many children grow up looking forward to being apart of this living history. To join the Fifes and Drums, children should be entering 5th grade. No musical pre-requisites are required. Additional information and application HERE.

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Archaeology Opportunities

Public Archaeology Institute invites rising 9th through 12th graders to work alongside archaeologists for a week during the summer. Participants will receive approximately six hours of “class time”. Learn more and apply HERE.

Colonial Williamsburg Expo

Youth Interpreters are recruited each year during Colonial Williamsburg Expo. The Expos inform parents and children of the different youth interpreter opportunities available throughout the foundation. Filling out the application today and your child will be added to the list of potential youth interpreters. 

  • Historic Area Patriots at Play (ages 12-18), Summer 
  • Historic Trades and Skills (ages 12-18), Year-long
  • Youth Interpreter Program, (ages 10 – 17) Year-long

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  • bada

    Olivia Bada is one of the driving forces behind WilliamsburgFamilies.com, a trusted resource for locals and visitors alike. With over 14 years of experience curating the best family-friendly events, activities, and attractions in Williamsburg, VA, Olivia has become a trusted writer in the community. Her passion for connecting families to their local area is evident in the comprehensive guides, event listings, and reviews she shares on the site. She shares information on local events including Colonial Williamsburg, Busch Gardens, Water Country USA, Jamestown Settlement, Historic Yorktown, American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, New Town, Merchants Square, York River State Park, Chippokes State Park and Yorktown Battlefield View all posts CEO

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