From: SCHS Treasurer <treasurer@saukcountyhistory.org> Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2026 12:58:33 -0600 Message-ID: <CAK_3Zm_Q3Gvv-E1WhVq+F7LQJB0ZQU=qeONZk0026mFJmoRHVA@mail.gmail.com> Subject: Re: Job posting - Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters in Portage, WI
Hello all - we have a slightly different need for the season in 2026 and
are looking for historical interpreters. Sylvie Leach will be continuing
as our Site Manager and we are thrilled about that!
Please share the following information as you see fit. Thank you!
Sandy Snow, SCHS Treasurer
(Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters Historic Site treasurer and volunteer)
Now Hiring: Part-Time Historical Interpreters
Join Our Team and Bring Wisconsin’s Past to Life!
Are you passionate about history and eager to share stories from
Wisconsin’s past? Our historic site is seeking enthusiastic part-ti
me
*Historical
Interpreters for 9–10 hours per week*, starting May 15th and contin
uing
through the season. This is a fantastic opportunity to portray fascinating
historical figures, engage visitors of all ages, and help make local
history come alive!
Position Overview
· Role: Historical Interpreter (Part-Time)
· Hours: 9–10 per week, Wednesday–Sunday (Satu
rday and Sunday
required, with some flexibility)
· Wage: $16.00 per hour
· Season: Begins May 15th
· Property Hours: 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Role Responsibilities
· Conduct guided tours (in character) using provided scripts,
highlighting the site’s unique features, historical periods, and ar
tifacts.
· Portray historical characters and bring their stories to lif
e for
visitors.
· Assist with daily opening and closing routines for the prope
rty.
· Support exhibits and activities in our Visitor Center.
Unique Opportunities
As a Historical Interpreter, you’ll have the chance to represent no
table
figures from the era of ‘the portage’ and the settlement of
Wisconsin
pre-statehood, the fur traders cabin (1820–1848), and the Garrison
School
(life in a one-room schoolhouse 1850-1900). If you have a favorite
historical character, let us know — we welcome interpreters with sp
ecific
interests!
Desired Qualifications
· Excellent communication and public speaking skills
· Experience in theater arts, education, public speaking, or
customer service is highly valued
· Enthusiasm for history and engaging with diverse audiences
· Must love old buildings!
How to Apply
Ready to share your passion for history and create memorable experiences?
Submit your application and/or questions to the Wisconsin Society Daughters
of the American Revolution at *fwsqhistoricsite@wsdar.com
<fwsqhistoricsite@wsdar.com>*. Please include your resume and a brief note
about your interest in historical interpretation and any specific
characters you’d love to portray.
We appreciate your interest and look forward to welcoming you to our team!
On Sat, Mar 1, 2025 at 4:15 PM Seymour, Janet I - WHS <
Janet.Seymour@wisconsinhistory.org> wrote:
> *THE WISCONSIN SOCIETY DAUGHTERS OF THE *
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> AMERICAN REVOLUTION IS HIRING
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> *A SITE MANAGER FOR *
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> *FORT WINNEBAGO SURGEONS QUARTERS IN PORTAGE, WI - A HISTORIC PROPERTY *
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> *QUALIFICATIONS: YOU MUST LOVE OLD BUILDINGS! *
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> Our historic property is looking for a Site Manager full-time Wednesday
> through Sunday, seasonally March 1 through November 1. Our Site Manager
> will coordinate and manage employees and volunteer docents, open and clos
e
> the property daily, conduct tours from a script highlighting the site and
> artifacts inside the log cabin and Garrison Schoolhouse, assist with even
ts
> on site, complete daily site reports, and perform daily housekeeping and
> gift shop tasks. Training will be provided.
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> Must have a high school degree and reliable transportation to apply.
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> We are looking for great communicators to tell our story. Museum Studies
> education, previous historic property employment, graphic design skills,
> and/or management experience are a PLUS! Wages are $20.00 per hour. The
> property is open for the season May 15 – October 15; working hour
s are 9:30
> a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.
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> Interested parties and/or questions can be referred to the Wisconsin
> Society Daughters of the American Revolution, Fort Winnebago Surgeons
> Quarters Committee at > Quarters Committee at fwsqhistoricsite@wsdar.com. Thank you for your
> interest!
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> Janet Seymour
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> *she/her*
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> Director of Outreach
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> Wisconsin Historical Society
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> c/o Department of History, UW-Eau Claire
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> 105 Garfield Avenue Eau Claire WI 54701
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> 715-836-2250 (Office) 715-829-0742 (Cell)
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> janet.seymour@wisconsinhistory.org
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> *Wisconsin Historical Society*
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> *Collecting, Preserving and Sharing Stories Since 1846
> <http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/?utm_source=Email%20Signatures&amp
%3Butm_medium=email&amp%3Butm_campaign=si>*
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