Seasonal Guide, Midcoast Maine
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Posted: January 30, 2026
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Guides will be responsible for leading tours, assisting with programs, and handling museum operations at Castle Tucker, Nickels-Sortwell House and Bowman House.
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Job Description
Location: Castle Tucker and Nickels-Sortwell House, Wiscasset, Maine and Bowman House, Dresden, Maine
Description: Historic New England seeks a seasonal, part-time (2-3 days per week) Guide for Castle Tucker, Nickels-Sortwell House and Bowman House for the 2026 season. Castle Tucker and Nickels-Sortwell House are open Friday – Sunday, Bowman House is open Thursday and Saturday, June - mid October. Guide will conduct tours, assist with programs where needed, and handle daily museum operations including online ticketing and tour admissions, opening and closing the museum, and light museum cleaning. Training is provided.
Qualifications: Applicants must have knowledge of American history, enjoy working with the public, have excellent communications skills, and basic computer skills. Must be available weekends, have a flexible schedule, and commit to employment through the end of the season, (June through mid-October). Bachelor’s degree and prior museum, academic, or historical organization experience is preferred. There is no housing provided with this position.
Historic New England is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.