The Blue Ball Barn at Alapocas Run State Park is home to the Delaware Folk Art Collection. The collection features pieces from 54 Delaware artists. In addition to the substantial collection, the Division of Parks and Recreation has many other pieces stored in an offsite location. The Folk Art Education Intern will be responsible for assisting the Folk Art Collection team with monthly programming creation and implementation for all age groups. The Intern will work with park staff, including industry professionals, and assist the Folk Art Collections Specialist on occasion with various task. The Intern must be able to drive and maintain a valid driver’s license, a park vehicle will be made available to them to travel between the park and the storage facility or other park locations.
Responsibilities
- Work with programming staff to develop creative programming or event ideas to market the Folk Art Collection and increase visitation
- Participate in the daily housekeeping procedures for the exhibition and repository
- Participate in Delaware State Parke Collections meetings
- Complete a Demonstration of Learning Project that benefits the collection and encompasses learning targets for internship
- Other duties as necessary or assigned by supervisors
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Ability to work independently with little direct supervision
- Have a valid driver’s license
- Prior training or at least general knowledge of ideal collections care
- Ability to lead others – may have opportunities to work with volunteers
Direct Supervisor
- The direct supervisor will be the Folk Art Collections Specialist and Interpretive Programs Manager at Alapocas Run State Park.
