Holiday Traditions at Filoli-- La saison d' elegance: 'Season of Elegance'

A Bay Area favorite, Filoli’s spectacular nine-day Holiday Traditions fundraising event begins Friday evening, November 28.

With this year’s theme, “La saison d’ élégance,” — Season of Elegance, visitors will be transported into a grand world of French splendor and magnificence.

The rooms throughout the first floor of the historic House and Visitor & Education Center are transformed into a unique, magical showcase with a holiday atmosphere that delights and inspires each guest as they enjoy the stunning decorations, festive music and exceptional merchandise of the Holiday Boutique.

Numerous local choral and performing groups and Bay Area musicians’ music will add to the ambiance during this one-of-a-kind event.

The kickoff to Holiday Traditions is the popular Opening soirée, Friday evening, November 28th. Live music, French hors d’oeuvres and champagne will transport visitors into an evening with continental flair. Buffet lunches and evening bistro dining are available at select times during the week with advance reservations.

Young families will enjoy the Children’s Luncheon Party onSaturday, December 6, designed especially for children five to ten years of age, which includes fun food, a visit with Santa and children’s entertainment during the party in the Visitor & Education Center.

The collaborative efforts of more than 700 volunteers, along with Filoli staff, create Holiday Traditions each year.

This long-standing event is Filoli’s largest and most beloved fundraiser and supports the preservation and stewardship of this historic site.

Visit www.filoli.org for complete event activities.

Tickets: Beginning October 20, non-members may purchase tickets by mail, fax or by calling Filoli weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at (650) 364-8300, ext. 508. For complete details and to download an order form, visit www.filoli.org. The order form may be faxed to (650) 503-2090 or mailed to: Attn: Holiday Traditions at Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062.

Beginning October 20 tickets can be purchased online at www.filoli.org.

Ticket Prices: Vary with each event (Non-members: $30.00 to $85.00 & Members: $25.00 to $75.00). Visit www.filoli.org for more details. Space is limited. Advance ticket purchase is highly recommended. Some dates and times sell out early. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Groups of 20 or more: Call (650) 364-8300, ext. 220 to make reservations.

About Filoli

Filoli, located in Woodside, CA, is recognized as one of the finest remaining country estates of the early 20th century. The 654-acre property includes a 36,000 square-foot residence furnished with an extensive collection of 17th and 18th century English antiques and 16 acres of English Renaissance gardens that showcase an exquisite horticultural collection. Established as a private residence in 1917 and opened to the public in 1976 to promote cultural and horticultural endeavors, Filoli is a historic site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. For more information about Filoli, please visit www.filoli.org.

About the National Trust for Historic Preservation

The National Trust for Historic Preservation is a private, non-profit membership organization dedicated to saving historic places and revitalizing America’s communities. Recipient of the National Humanities Medal, the National Trust for Historic Preservation was founded in 1949 and provides leadership, education, advocacy and resources to protect the irreplaceable places that tell America’s story. Staff at the Washington, D.C. headquarters, six regional offices, and 27 historic sites work with the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s 200,000 members and thousands of preservation groups in all 50 states. For more information, visitwww.preservationnation.org.