Volunteer Name

-          Lisa Mitchell

How long have you been volunteering with The Galt Museum?

-          3 years with The Friends of the Galt Museum & Archives

What inspired you to start volunteering at the museum?

-          As university students, we were given a tour of the Archives at the Galt- what a treasure trove of artifacts.   I was pleased to see that some of the ancient operating room equipment from St Michael's was there before the old hospital building was demolished in 1996. It was well known to the nurses at St Michael's that there was a ghost- some said a nun who came to the nursery on night shift & comforted the fussy babies...   

What role do you currently volunteer in, and what does a typical day look like for you?

-          I am the current Treasurer with The Friends of the Galt. We financially sponsor the Galt museum’s events and community programming.

What’s your favorite part about volunteering here?

-          The stories, the people, and the artifacts!

Have you learned any new skills or discovered something surprising while volunteering?

-          I have learned the incredibly valuable skill of pouring beer or whiskey without spilling!

Is there a particular artifact, exhibit, or event that stands out as memorable for you?

-          As a former RN, I am delighted to see the permanent exhibition honoring the nurses in our community!

What’s one thing you wish more people knew about volunteering at a museum?

-          The Galt is anything but the “dry and dusty” stereotype museum.

Do you have a favorite museum story or behind-the-scenes moment you’d like to share?

-          Is there really a ghost at the Galt???

What advice would you give someone who’s thinking about volunteering here?

-          Jump in!

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