Tickets On Sale Now For 'Step Back in Time' Event At Filoli Estate

PHOTO courtesy of Filoli: Imagine the way you might have dressed if you were a guest at Filoli in the 1920s. Photo by David Sheetz.©

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News from Filoli:

“Step Back in Time”—Music and Costume of the 1920s

Kick off Filoli’s Centennial Celebration at this “Country Estate Evening” in the Garden, Woodside, CA

• July 15, 2015 -- 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
• 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062
• Advanced ticket purchase required.

Fans of Masterpiece’s “Downton Abbey” will enjoy this special evening event as Filoli “steps back in time” with music and costume of the 1920s. Visitors will be able to stroll through the historic House and Garden in their period dress (optional) or don a fedora and come to see those who have dressed for the occasion. This event is a rare chance to experience what is considered one of the world’s most beautiful gardens at twilight.

Catered hors d’oeuvres and drinks including, white wine, beer provided by 21st Amendment Brewery, iced tea, soda and sparkling water will be served by Filoli staff and volunteers in period dress reminiscent of Filoli’s 1920s household staff. Live music will be provided by Magnolia Jazz Band, a San Jose band that performs jazz classics from the 20’s 30’s and 40’s. The Filoli Garden and Gift Shop will also be open.

Advance Ticket Purchase Required: Admission is $45 for members, $55 for non-members. Parking is free.

Early reservations are strongly recommended as tickets sell out early and space is limited. Tickets are on sale and can be purchased online at http://filoli.org/step-back-in-time/ anytime or by calling Filoli weekdays from9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at (650) 364-8300, ext. 508.

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.