Indigenous Histories Interpreter

CW Talent; Rockville (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation seeks an interpretive professional to bring 18th-century Williamsburg to life through conversations, demonstrations, tours and public programs in the Historic Area.

Responsibilities include presenting research-based, culturally responsible interpretation of American Indian experiences, developing thematic programs with storytelling and hands-on demonstrations, and conducting ongoing historical research using primary sources.

Responsibilities

• Interpret the history, cultures, and experiences of American Indian peoples connected to 18th‑century Williamsburg through informal conversations, demonstrations, tours, and public programs.
• Present research-based, culturally responsible interpretation throughout the Historic Area, including the American Indian encampment.
• Develop and deliver thematic programs using storytelling, material culture, and hands-on demonstrations.
• Conduct ongoing historical research using primary and secondary sources.

Job description

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation seeks an interpretive professional to bring 18th-century Williamsburg to life through conversations, demonstrations, tours and public programs in the Historic Area.

Responsibilities include presenting research-based, culturally responsible interpretation of American Indian experiences, developing thematic programs with storytelling and hands-on demonstrations, and conducting ongoing historical research using primary sources.