Supporting community engagement in the Park.
Mill River Docents program was launched in 2021 as an expansion of our successful Stewards Internship program. The Docents youth workforce development program trains graduates of the Stewards program to enhance the Park’s outreach and help facilitate programs that connect the natural, historical, and cultural resources of the park with the diverse community.
Docents assist with programming at the Whittingham Discovery Center, including after school care, in-house science lessons, the Discovery Cart, and other Mill River Park signature programs. They practice different methods and means of public engagement, while developing their confidence and skills in public speaking, teaching, interpretation, and presentation for diverse audiences. This year-round paid position serves as a gateway for fields of study or careers at organizations related to education, public engagement and community development.