Military Collections Research Volunteer
Main purpose of role:
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery has received grant funding from the Army Museums Ogilby Trust to document and make accessible 1500 military objects as part of a collections backlog project. The objects relate to both the Northamptonshire Regiment and the Northamptonshire Yeomanry and cover the period 1800 until 1960.
This is an opportunity to join a team of volunteers to help with researching these important objects. We are looking for people with various levels of experience and knowledge of military objects and collections. The end result of the project will be improved access to the military collections and the collections will be effectively cared for.
Main duties:
- Make contact with donors
- Research objects and their context/provenance
- Contact other military history experts
- Verify and evidence research
Location:
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery & Abington Park Museum
Approximate time commitment and duration:
1 day a week Monday – Friday to be confirmed (10.00am to 4.00pm) or ½ day a week (either morning or afternoon)
Useful skills required:
- Good research skills
- Attention to detail and procedures
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Interest in military collections
Training provided:
All training will be provided:
- Object research skills
- Military research skills
- Object Handling
You will also be required to attend an induction session.
Skills volunteers can devleop in the role:
- Research skills
- Written communication skills
- Historical and military knowledge
Other information:
- All equipment will be provided
- Free tea/coffee and biscuits
- Free parking