Working at Museumpark Orientalis
You are welcome at the oldest open-air museum in the Netherlands, where you walk through nature, history, and stories. Here you encounter other cultures, discover centuries-old traditions, and experience how people throughout history, from the Romans to the present day, have given meaning to life. In our museum and the vast park, you travel back in time. You listen to stories, encounter other worlds, and experience traditions that have been passed down for generations.
There is something to experience for young and old alike: exploring, learning, playing, listening, slowing down, looking, and marveling. Everyone discovers things here in their own way. This place in Heilig Landstichting is for unwinding, being curious, and finding new ideas. We invite you to ask questions. About the past. About the world of today. And perhaps also about yourself. Here there is room for new inspiration, for not knowing for a moment.
A team
A wonderful experience does not happen by itself. To achieve this, we work with a dedicated team of staff members and a large group of over 100 volunteers. Staff members provide the professional foundation, expertise, and continuity. Volunteers bring warmth, hospitality, professional knowledge, and personal commitment. Together, they form the beating heart of the museum. We consciously choose this collaboration because the combination of professional strength and volunteer passion reinforces our mission. Volunteers add a diversity of perspectives, life experience, and enthusiasm; staff members offer structure, guidance, and substantive depth. This creates an environment where visitors feel welcome and where stories are shared in an authentic way.
Our policy aligns with the values that we consider important as an organization. We work according to the Governance Code for Culture , which means that we treat everyone who contributes to the museum with care, transparency, and responsibility. We follow the Fair Practice Code , because fair collaboration, clear agreements, and respect for everyone's contribution—paid or voluntary—are a matter of course for us. And we endorse the Diversity & Inclusion Code : we want to be an organization where everyone feels welcome and where different backgrounds and perspectives contribute to a richer cultural experience.
This is how staff and volunteers are building Museumpark Orientalis together: a place where history is shared, where people meet, and where engagement forms the heart of everything we do.
Interested?
At the moment, we only have vacancies for volunteers. Do you have questions about the vacancies below? Please contact Manon van Ballegooij, preferably at vrijwilligers@museumparkorientalis.nl . She will contact you as soon as possible for a potential introductory meeting.
Do you want to be considered for one of the vacancies? Then click the button below!
Extra/craftsman
Do you master a specialized craft, or would you like to learn one? Then the role of an extra might be something for you.
Step into another time and bring the past to life! As an extra or craftsman, you play a historical role and speak passionately about life in the past. You introduce visitors to old crafts, traditional costumes, or customs, creating an unforgettable experience during their walk through the museum park.
Of course, much more is possible. The most important thing is that you enjoy talking to visitors and telling them about the museum park and your activity/craft.
Tour guide
Whether it is the history of the museum park, various world religions, or Roman eating habits: when you speak, visitors hang on your every word. As a tour guide, you head out with groups of adults or children and give them a tailored tour.
With your enthusiasm and knowledge, you bring the museum park to life and make every visit a unique experience. You tell captivating stories, answer questions, and know how to engage young and old in your tour.
It is important that you speak good Dutch. Proficiency in English, German, or French is desirable, but not necessary.
Volunteer Website Maintenance
Are you digitally skilled, visually oriented, and do you have an eye for detail? Then come join our Marketing & Communications team ! We are looking for a volunteer who:
- Has a feel for design, structure, and user-friendliness.
- Is digitally skilled and enjoys finding solutions independently when something doesn't work immediately.
- Is curious and independent.
- Experience with WordPress or a similar CMS is a plus, but not required.
Cashier
A visit to our museum park starts with you! With your friendly smile and welcoming attitude, you ensure that every visitor feels welcome immediately. You assist visitors with purchasing entrance tickets, provide information about the park, and happily answer any questions. You work independently from the main building of Museumpark Orientalis, which means you have a lot of responsibility.
usher and cleaning
You ensure that the museum park is opened safely and cleanly every day, and neatly closed at the end of the day. You supervise, report any irregularities to your duty, and assist where necessary in keeping areas tidy and presentable. Thanks to you, the park remains pleasant for everyone.
Maintenance/management
Are you handy, technically skilled, or do you enjoy working with your hands? Then you can contribute to the maintenance of buildings, paths, lighting, and other facilities. You will help resolve malfunctions and work on new, often unique projects that make the park even more beautiful.
Host/wife
You are the face of the main building. You pour a fresh cup of coffee or tea, have a chat, and show visitors the way within the park. Thanks to your warm and helpful attitude, people immediately feel at ease and at home. You create a pleasant atmosphere where everyone feels welcome.
By mutual agreement, you can also be deployed to other locations, such as in the Jewish or Arab village or Roman street.
Bus driver
For visitors with limited mobility, you are a true godsend. With our park bus, you comfortably transport people from the entrance to various locations within the museum park. You enjoy chatting, drive safely and courteously, and ensure that everyone can enjoy their visit without a care. Along the way, you strike up a conversation and tell them about the museum park. You need a B driving license for this position.
Green management
Our natural environment is an important part of the park and requires care and attention. As a volunteer in grounds management, you work behind the scenes maintaining the entire museum park. Do you have a green thumb and are you available on Wednesday mornings? Then you are more than welcome to join our friendly team!