A wonderful volunteer opportunity right here in Peru!
Dear Community Members,
We are reaching out because we hope some of you might be interested in a wonderful volunteer opportunity right here in our community. The Babbie Rural & Farm Learning Museum in Peru, NY is gearing up for our 2026 season and we need more helping hands to keep this special place going.
The museum is run entirely by volunteers, and right now we’re down to a small group of dedicated individuals keeping 17 historic buildings, monthly events, school tours, and hands-on history alive. Whether you can give a full weekend or just a few hours, your time would make a real difference.
We have an exciting season ahead, starting with our Opening Weekend on May 16–17, which includes the grand opening of our brand-new One-Room Schoolhouse and the unveiling of two new murals by local artist Greg Badger. From there, we host themed Special Event weekends each month through October — Dairy Days, Homesteading & Woodworking, the Kids Fair, our Silent Auction, and Harvest Weekend.
There are so many ways to get involved — from greeting visitors and leading tours, to helping with school field trips, caring for our barn animals, assisting with events, or even sharing a special skill or talent. No experience is necessary — we provide all the training you need. I have attached our Volunteer Recruitment sheet with all the details.
If you’re interested — or know someone who might be — please reach out to the museum directly at babbieag309@babbiemuseum.org or 518-643-8052. We’d love to welcome you into our volunteer family.
Warm regards,
Board Member, Babbie Rural & Farm Learning Museum
250 River Road, Peru, NY 12972
Posted: May 4th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Community Events, Education News, Faces of Peru, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Service Org News.