Organizational Background

Located in Doylestown, Bucks County, PA, the Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle, operated by the Bucks County Historical Society, are two historic concrete castles that celebrate the life and legacy of Henry Chapman Mercer (1856-1930), American archaeologist, anthropologist, ceramicist and scholar. The Mercer Museum, one of Bucks County’s premier cultural attractions and a Smithsonian affiliate, features both local and national seasonal exhibits as well as a core museum collection of over 50,000 pre-Industrial tools. This permanent collection offers visitors a unique window into pre-Industrial America and is one of the world’s most comprehensive portraits of American material culture. Fonthill Castle was home to Henry Chapman Mercer and served as a showplace for his collection of tiles and prints. Fonthill Castle features Mercer’s renowned, handcrafted ceramic tiles designed at the height of the Arts and Crafts movement.

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Facilities Associate

We are seeking a reliable, diligent, detail-oriented team player to perform essential custodial, maintenance, grounds care, and landscaping tasks at its various properties. As a member of the Facilities Team, the Facilities Associate performs a variety of maintenance and custodial tasks at the Mercer Museum and Fonthill Castle, as well as other extended buildings operated by the Bucks County Historical Society. Download the full job description here!

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Part-Time Opportunities

Apply to join the team at the Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle and see what fun history can be! Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle are currently looking for part-time staff members who have a positive attitude, are team players, and enjoy serving audiences of all ages.

• Mercer Museum Gallery Guides
• Fonthill Castle Tour Guides
• Guest Services Associates
• Rental Events Staff

 

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