A volunteer at the forge in the Blacksmith Shop.
Volunteering
Help Keep Laidley’s History Alive.
The Village is run entirely by volunteers of the Laidley District Historical Society Inc. Every admission taken, engine restored, garden bed weeded and school group guided around the grounds is their work.
You do not need to be a historian or a tradesperson. People of all ages and backgrounds help out, from a few hours a month to several days a week, and a friendly welcome is guaranteed.
Ways to help
What volunteers do
Machinery restoration and practical trades
Bring tractors, engines and vehicles back to life in the workshop, or lend carpentry, painting and building skills.
Blacksmithing and maintenance
Work the forge for demonstrations, and help keep the buildings, fences and paths in good order.
Guided tours and events
Welcome visitors, guide school and coach groups, and help run Pioneer Day and other special days.
Gardening and grounds
Care for the garden beds, lawns and trees that make the Village such a pleasant place to spend a day.
Historical research and digitisation
Help with family-history enquiries, catalogue the collection and scan photographs and documents.
Administration, marketing and public relations
Answer enquiries, keep the records, and help tell the Village’s story on this website and on Facebook.
Cleaning and exhibit presentation
Keep the displays dusted, tidy and well presented for visitors.
Good to know
Time, experience and support
Your time
Volunteers give anything from a few hours a month to several days a week. The Village is open Monday to Friday, and special days such as Pioneer Day need extra hands.
Experience
No experience is needed. Practical, historical, office and people skills are all useful, and the application asks about the areas that interest you and the days you can help.
Support
Your application also covers membership of the Society. The volunteer coordinator contacts you for a chat, and you can phone or email the Village with any question before you apply.
Volunteer / Member Application
Personal and next-of-kin details, the days you can help, your interests and skills, and your signature.
About 10 minutes
If you would like a chat before applying, phone (07) 5465 2516 or email pioneervillage@y7mail.com. Prefer paper? Download the PDF form and bring it to the Village.
Volunteers keep displays like the Rural Life collection presented for visitors.
