The History Museum on the Square invites the public to once again celebrate community connection and civic engagement at the Third Annual Service Fair on the Square on Saturday, September 5th,  from 10 a.m. to noon. This free, all-ages event highlights the museum’s ongoing initiative to serve the community and strengthen connections between its members. 

More than two dozen local nonprofits and charitable organizations are coming together to share their work, invite attendees to get involved, and celebrate the community we love! The Service Fair offers countless ways to get involved and make a difference—from youth mentoring and environmental advocacy to arts, education, and social services. The Service Fair has it all, whether you're looking to volunteer, donate, or learn more about causes that matter to you.

“Volunteering is an essential part of nonprofit work,” explains Alyssa Cartier, Visitor Experience & Engagement Manager. “The Service Fair on the Square is a great way to support the cycle of pairing the skills and interests of community members to organizations that support our community in turn.”

Whether you're a student in need of service hours, a family looking to get involved, or an adult seeking meaningful ways to contribute, the Service Fair offers a welcoming space to take that first step—no registration required.

“The Service Fair is one of our favorite ways to bring our community together here on the Square," says Al Thompson, Interim Education Manager. “Not only do we want to help attendees find meaningful volunteering opportunities, but we also love the chance to shine a spotlight on the incredible work being done by all of the organizations in our community.”

Organizations you can connect with at this year’s event include: Big Brothers Big Sisters, CASA of Southwest MO, Celebrate Springfield, Champion Athletes, the Discovery Center of Springfield, the Drew Lewis Foundation, Eden Village, the GLO Center, Grace United Methodist Church, HOPE Foundation, Habitat for Humanity, the Historic Gillioz Theater, the Humane Society of Southwest MO, Integrity Home Care & Hospice, the International Institute of Southwest MO, Isabel’s House, Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation, Ozarks Food Harvest, Paws to the Polls, Springfield Sculpture Walk, Senior Age, U.S. Coast Guard Aux. Flotilla 5-2, the Victim Center, Visit Springfield, Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield, the Youth Volunteer Corps, and the History Museum on the Square!

Learn more about the event on the History Museum on the Square website: historymuseumonthesquare.org/product/service-community-service-fair-on-the-square/. 

For additional information, email the History Museum on the Square Education Team at edu@historymuseumonthesquare.org.