How would you like to volunteer at Olana this year?

HUDSON―The Olana Partnership will be holding a virtual Volunteer Information Session on Thursday, April 30 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. for anyone who is interested in learning about 2026 volunteer opportunities at Olana State Historic Site.

If you love nature, art, history, and Frederic Church’s Olana, volunteering is the perfect way to give back to our community, spend time on-site and get involved. Volunteering with The Olana Partnership and Olana State Historic Site provides a great way to immerse yourself in one of the Hudson Valley’s most unique cultural treasures and interact with visitors who are looking to learn more about Olana and artist Frederic Church.

“Our volunteers are an essential part of the collaborative work we do here at The Olana Partnership,” said Hannah Diamond, membership and volunteer coordinator at The Olana Partnership.

“From the volunteers who help out in Olana’s Historic House, to the friendly faces at our special events, volunteers are an integral part of the Olana community,” added Diamond.

There are many opportunities to volunteer depending on interest and availability.  The virtual information session will give perspective volunteers an opportunity to meet staff, ask questions, and learn more about volunteer opportunities. Volunteers welcome visitors and provide basic information, answer questions about Olana and the local community, assist with public educational programs, special events, administrative tasks, and share the history of the rich collections and exhibitions.

Olana volunteers enjoy free landscape tours, discounts in the Olana Shop, invitations to lectures, volunteer appreciation events, field trips and more. Join like-minded people and meet other volunteers who enjoy learning and sharing their love of Olana and the region. All volunteers will participate in a training program to familiarize themselves with Olana State Historic Site, New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, The Olana Partnership, and the history of Frederic Church and his family.

The Olana Partnership will work with you to ensure that your volunteering interests are met based on your availability.  

Registration is required by visiting the programs and events page on OLANA.org or by contacting Hannah Diamond, Membership and Volunteer Coordinator, The Olana Partnership, at 518-751-6857 or email hdiamond@olana.org.