Volunteers

Share Your Skills at the Sweat-Morin Homestead

Are you interested in history — especially the colonial era and Sanford’s local heritage? The Sweat-Morin Homestead is looking for volunteers to help showcase this important historic property and assist with our educational programs. You may already be familiar with the Homestead, but if not, we encourage you to browse our website to learn more about this remarkable piece of Sanford’s past.

Come Grow with Us

The Sweat-Morin Homestead first opened its doors to the public at our grand opening on July 19 of 2025. We're open for tours of the historic house, barn, and property on Saturdays from April through October (excluding holiday weekends). We also host many popular Sanford-Springvale Historical Society events at the homestead, focused on daily life during the colonial period. Volunteers play an essential role in making these programs successful.

No Experience Necessary

Prior experience is not required. Sweat-Morin Homestead provides training and written materials to help our volunteers feel confident leading tours and sharing the story of the Homestead with visitors.

What Interests You?

No matter your background or "comfort zone," we’re excited to help you find the perfect spot for your passions to shine. Whether you’re eager to get your hands in the soil or you prefer the quiet thrill of a genealogical discovery, volunteer opportunities at the Sweat-Morin Homestead offer you a way to connect deeply with both the land and its history.

Volunteer Wish List

Every need listed below is a vital piece of the puzzle in keeping our community’s heritage alive:

Tour Guides
Program and Event Management
Geneological Research: Investigating descendants of Rev. Moses Sweat
Plowing and Soil Preparation
Planting: Trees, bushes, hay, vegetables, herbs, and flowers
Fencing for Varmint Control
Garden Maintenance: Watering, weeding, and harvesting
Building Maintenance: Helping preserve and repair our physical structures
Property Maintenance: Tree cutting/removal and invasive control
Photography: Help chronicle our story in pictures

Learn More

Preserving and sharing our heritage is critically important. Too few people today have a real sense of what life was like in rural Maine during the late 18th century. The Sweat-Morin Homestead offers visitors an opportunity to step back in time and experience a recreation of 18th century life in rural Maine. We would truly love your help in bringing this history to life.

If you are interested in volunteering or would like more information, please contact us at info@sweatmorinhomestead.org.

Join us in keeping Sanford’s history alive.

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