We are looking for enthusiastic and friendly volunteers who can regularly give us four hours of their time per fortnight. We are currently open 2 days a week from 11am to 3pm and are hoping to increase our opening hours in the near future. Duties of the role include: • Welcoming visitors and answering questions • Selling museum publications • Recording visitor information • Receiving items donated by members of the public We are looking for people who have: · An interest in Dalkeith’s history · Good people skills · Good listening skills Experience of using Word and Excel would be a bonus You can check out our website for more information about the museum at www.dalkeithmuseum.co.uk. A volunteer application form can be downloaded and printed from the site for completion. Alternatively, email volunteers@dalkeithmuseum.co.uk if you would like to be contacted by the Volunteer Coordinator.

We are seeking volunteers to assist in cataloguing and digitising our collection. This will include object handling and research, photographing objects and uploading the data onto our digital database. No prior experience is necessary as on-site training will be given in a supportive environment. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm, an interest in the past and a desire to learn new skills. Ideally, they would volunteer at least three hours per week but this could be discussed with potential candidates. This position would suit: an undergraduate or postgraduate student seeking curatorial experience or work within the heritage sector a person who wants to develop their skills for employment or a person seeking new skills or experiences with an interest in history.