Community Event Volunteer Guidelines

Volunteer Duties

BNHV will attempt to give each volunteer their first choice of volunteer duty. However, your assigned duties may change at any time, up to and including during the event itself.

Volunteer Groups

BNHV welcomes groups of all types to volunteer during our Community Events. Please specify which group you are a part of during the registration process.

Volunteer Age

BNHV takes volunteers aged 14+. Any volunteers aged 14 - 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times for the duration of the event or project. 

High School Community Service Hours

BNHV is happy to provide opportunities for high school students to complete community service hours, If you are working a Community Event, please bring your forms to the event. Should a letter need to be written, please email volunteers@bnhv.org prior to the event so it is ready for pick-up.

Inclement Weather

Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village Community Events are presented rain or shine. Please come dressed accordingly.

If a Community Event is cancelled due to thunderstorm, snowstorm, or global health crisis, volunteers will be notified via email.