National Volunteers Week 2021!

It’s National Volunteers Week! Over 120 people volunteer at Penlee, either as gallery stewards, helping run events and activities, or with the collections. Helen has been volunteering at Penlee House for 6 years! Find out more about why Helen volunteers at Penlee House.

I started as a volunteer at Penlee House about 6 years ago, I met with the Education and Outreach Officer to ask if I could help with any creative projects with families. Zoe was really enthusiastic and made me feel very welcome.

As a volunteer I have been involved with a variety of projects, such as regular Saturday activities for families, helping with workshops led by visiting artists, supporting during school visits to the gallery. There is always a new project to get involved with at Penlee House Gallery and Museum. I always feel my help as a volunteer is really valued.

During this time as a volunteer I have met interesting people, shared ideas, learnt new skills and made new friendships along the way.

My advice to anyone thinking about being a volunteer is “ give it a go “, you will be surprised by what you can learn and how much you can contribute too.