Service Learning

Filoli's Service Learning program provides a free learning experience on a variety of topics, such as horticulture and garden tips and tricks, combined with an opportunity to volunteer to support Filoli. Enjoy time with family and friends, meet new people, be immersed in the beauty of Filoli, and give back to this treasured community resource through service. There are no minimum requirements or minimum hours of service. Children are welcome to participate. Anyone is able to sign-up for just one program or as many as you like.

Recording Filoli's Mushrooms with Citizen Science

Saturday & Sunday
January 25 & 26, 2025
9am-12pm

Filoli’s Service Learning is a chance for the local community to give back to the Historic Estate. Volunteers will learn about various gardening topics through guided instruction. As part of the Citizen Science series, join us for Recording Filoli’s Mushrooms as we search for and observe the many species of mushrooms we have in our Natural Lands. Led by Filoli staff and our Mushroom Expert, findings will be recorded in iNaturalist to share with other Citizen Scientists around the world!

Cost: Free; Participants receive free admission to Filoli on the day of the program.

Tickets on sale later this winter! Subscribe to our e-newsletter and be the first to find out when they release.

Tickets are non-refundable. There is a $10 rescheduling fee for each ticket. Filoli is open, rain or shine, and does not issue refunds due to weather. By purchasing a ticket, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed and give permission to use your likeness in promotional and/or marketing materials.

Filoli Horticulture Production Manager Jackie Salas leads a talk in the Family Orchard for Service Learning volunteers on how to prepare a garden for Spring.

Preparing for Spring

Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday
February 4, 6, & 8, 2025
9am-12pm

Filoli’s Service Learning is a chance for the local community to give back to the Historic Estate. Volunteers will learn about various gardening topics through guided instruction. Help us prepare the Formal Garden by working with Filoli’s Horticulture Team and learn firsthand how to care for your garden before the arrival of Spring.

Cost: Free; Participants receive free admission to Filoli on the day of the program.

Tickets on sale later this winter! Subscribe to our e-newsletter and be the first to find out when they release.

Corporate and Youth Groups

Now booking for 2025 corporate and youth groups!

Contact learning@filoli.org