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The
Olivas Adobe
Historical Interpreters
(OAHI)
What is an
historical interpreter?
"An interpreter's task is
to reveal meaning and relationships through the use of original
objects, by first hand experiences and by illustrative media, rather
than simply to communicate factual information."
F. Tilden
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The OAHI
Organization
Organized as
an
association under bylaws in 1980, OAHI operates in collaboration with
the City of Ventura to provide volunteer docent service to Olivas Park.
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Our Mission
To
interpret and preserve the history and heritage of the
Olivas family and Rancho San Miguel as part of the Rancho Period of
California History.
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Some of Our
Activities
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Provide interpretive tours of the park
¤ Maintain the displays in the adobe home
¤ Maintain the displays in the exhibit hall
¤ Maintain the gift shop
¤ Maintain the research library
¤ Maintain the herb garden
¤ Conduct school outreach programs
¤ Participate in events held at the Adobe
The Benefits of Being an OAHI
Interpreter:
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Participate in interesting activities
¤ Learn the history of California
¤ Meet new people and make new friends
¤ Have a great time doing something good for
everyone
¤ Gain satisfaction from contributing your time
¤ Take field trips to other museums and historic site
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Be an Olivas
Adobe Historical Interpreter
Active
member commitment - 96 hours per year
Associate member commitment - 40 hours per year
Friend of the Adobe commitment - 0 hours per year
Training
class, Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
A description of
the training program is outlined below.
Interested?
We would like to meet you!
Call 805-658-4728
or
E-mail mail@olivasadobe.org
To schedule an interview
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OAHI Training
Program for New Docents
Training Topics:
History of the Adobe House
and Park Grounds
History of the OAHI Organization
History of the California Rancho period
History of the Olivas Family
OAHI Activities: House Tours, Gift Shop, Library,
Herb Garden, School Outreach
Training
Method:
One-on-one
training. Prospective docents begin training as soon as they indicate
interest in OAHI.
Training consists
of reading assignments, video, lecture and hands-on activities.
All
training takes place at Olivas Park.
Cost:
$10.00 in annual
dues. The student also must acquire a Rancho Period costume at
his/her own expense.
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Docent Doings
Click on the
"Scrapbook" link below for stories and pictures of past events at the
Adobe
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