Naper Settlement

Patty Paterek

523 South Webster St

Naperville, IL 60540

(630) 420-6010

nsvolunteer@naperville.il.us

Organization Mission:

Naper Settlement creates community by connecting visitors to Naperville’s history through engaging, unique experiences.

Description of Volunteer Opportunities:

History Squad Volunteers

• Are you currently a 4th-7th grader who loves sharing history, performing, or giving back to your community?
• History Squad volunteers engage with visitors in children’s history by playing historic games and demonstrating chores and other activities from the 1800s. Throughout the Summer Season (April through October), History Squad volunteers will improve their public speaking skills, learn life skills from the 1800s, and, most of all, have fun bringing history to life.
• Must be a current 4th-7th grader by the January before open season

History Connectors

• Interested in engaging visitors of all ages in fun learning activities? 
• History Connectors provide Naper Settlement visitors with hands-on educational experiences through a variety of activity carts and stations during our open season.
• Must be a current 8th grader through adult by the January before open season
• Volunteers are non-costumed 

Building Interpreters

• Do you love telling stories?
• Building Interpreters tell stories of the past and how they relate to the present. Through their interpretation, these volunteers provide an exciting and engaging experience that stimulates conversation and promotes an appreciation of Naperville’s history.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older by the January before open season  
• Have the option of wearing 19th-century clothing

Minimum Age Requirement:

9

Skills or Experience Necessary:

Dependable, Interest in history and learning new things, friendly