Volunteer Training Available

We are always happy to meet individuals  or groups who are interested in becoming volunteers. Learn about who we are and how you can become involved. If you're interested, please contact us for information about becoming a docent, working with collections, in the garden, with our events and more.

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Do you enjoy old things? Discovering the past and sharing it? Do you like making historical connections to artifacts? Do you like dressing in historic clothes, leading tours and helping with special events such as teas? If so, the  training program is for you.  

 

In the training, you will learn about the architecture of the house, the land and the family who lived here. This unique house is a treasure trove of early Oakland, England and Asia. Explore the clothing, art, ceramics, books, furniture, wallpaper and children's toys. We have many secrets that can be used for your informative tours.  Explore and learn about the property, the buildings in the back and the heirloom plants in the garden.  Maybe working with wooden windows is what you are interested in. Knowing all about the programs and place will keep you coming back for more.

 

In the  training, you will be part of a caring community, make new friends and have a variety of fun things to do. We will demonstrate, discuss and practice how to talk to all ages about the story of the Cohen Bray House and how it represents certain aspects of California history. We encourage our Fruitvale neighbors to join us and learn about the land they occupy.

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