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Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Volunteer Training

Title:Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Volunteer Training
Date & Time:Sat May 7, 2016 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location:Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, 105-107 S. Fairfax St. (Map This)
Event Details:The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum is seeing record numbers of people taking tours and needs more volunteers to meet the growing interest. Ideal volunteers should enjoy meeting and talking with people of all ages, love American history, and want to learn more and share this knowledge with others. Experience speaking/giving presentations a plus, but not required. The training process is simple and designed to be flexible to fit the volunteer’s schedule.

Those who cannot attend the May 7 training are still encouraged to apply as alternate arrangements can be made. Volunteer docents are particularly needed for weekends, with occasional weekday shifts also available. Volunteers are asked to give a minimum of 4 hours per month (one tour shift). Other opportunities, such as leading school tours and weekend special programs are also available to those who complete the initial training.

The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum in Old Town Alexandria is noted for its outstanding collection of medicinal herbs, shop furnishings, and apothecary bottles and equipment. It also has a spectacular collection of archival materials, including journals, letters and diaries, prescription and formula books, ledgers, orders and invoices. The names of famous customers appear in the documents, including Martha Washington, Nelly Custis, and Robert E. Lee.
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Contact Email:Michele.longo@alexandriava.gov
Fees:Free
Audience:Anyone may attend
Tags:Apothecary Museum, Museums


For event details visit http://www.alexandriava.gov/c/13736
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