History Division Seeks Handy Volunteers

The History Division is currently seeking volunteers to help with the preservation and maintenance of the San Bernardino County Museum historic sites. There are 6 historic sites throughout the county Agua Mansa Pioneer Cemetery in Colton, Asistencia in Redlands, John Rains House in Rancho Cucamonga, Stone Hotel in Daggett, Yorba and Slaughter Families Adobe in Chino, and Yucaipa Adobe in Yucaipa.

“We would like a few good hands that like to work with tools, and love history!” said Curator of History Michele Nielsen. “Volunteers will have the chance to work on interesting projects and learn about maintenance of historic properties.”

For more information, contact Michele Nielsen at mnielsen@sbcm.sbcounty.gov or (909) 307-2669 ext. 240. Volunteer applications are also available on our websitewww.sbcountymuseum.org.

The San Bernardino County Museum is at the California Street exit from Interstate 10 in Redlands. The museum is open Tuesdays through Sundays and holiday Mondays from 9am to 5pm. The museum is accessible to persons with disabilities. If assistive listening devices or other auxiliary aids are needed in order to participate in museum exhibits or programs, requests should be made through Museum Visitor Services at least three business days prior to your visit. Visitor Services’ telephone number is 909-307-2669 ext. 229 or (TDD) 909-792-1462.