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Join the National Heritage Responders (NHR)

How can I become a responder?

Complete one of our trainings (regional or national) or the Smithsonian Cultural Rescue Initiative (SCRI) Heritage Emergency and Response Training (HEART).
Pass an exam which covers material taught during training.

In addition to the core requirements, we consider geographic location and specialty when onboarding new responders.

Our Upcoming Trainings

2022: We closed applications for the Los Angeles NHR training cycle on December 15, 2021.

Cyclical Onboarding

Already complete a training? Access the exam by emailing emergencies@culturalheritage.org.
We will place those who pass the exam in a pool of eligible members.
Each May, we identify any gaps (geographic, expertise, etc...) on the team and onboard eligible members who will contribute to the team's diversity.