Lockhouse Docents

Docents have extensive knowledge of various buildings, canal structures, or natural features in the park. They make periodic presentations to visitor groups.

LOCKHOUSE 8 DOCENTS: Volunteer at the Potomac Conservancy River Center! The Conservancy is looking for river history buffs to help maintain and staff the River Center at historic Lockhouse 8 on the C&O Canal NHP. This year, the River Center will feature a new exhibit, Backyard to the Bay, which will educate visitors about the Potomac River, its connection to the Chesapeake Bay, and what they can do in their own backyards to protect these resources. Volunteer lockkeepers will work in teams of two to provide information to visitors to the C&O Canal National Historical Park, and promote the activities and programs of the Potomac Conservancy. Volunteers may also lead occasional education programs for small groups and will be responsible for maintainting the public areas in and around the Lockhouse. Docents must schedule an orientation meeting, and must be at least 18 years old. A docent training will be offered on April 19, 2009. The River Center is scheduled to open May 3, 2009. The River center is open from the beginning of May until mid-October, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m. Contact: Bridget Chapin, chapin@potomac.org, 301-608-1188. To find out about upcoming events please visit our website: http://www.potomac.org/site/events/