Libraries
The Sterling Library
The Sterling Library is located in the upstairs sitting room over the study. Originally conceived by Filoli Center as a research library in horticulture and garden design, the Library's mission has been expanded to include decorative arts and other topics directly related to Filoli. Outstanding collections in these areas make the Sterling Library an excellent source for professionals as well as dedicated amateurs. Fireside Chats, a wonderful Filoli member benefit, take place in the Sterling Library. Open by appointment. Please contact the Filoli Collection Manager, Julie DeVere.
Phone: (650) 364-8300, extension 205
Email: collectionmanager@filoli.org
 The Friends' Library at Filoli.The Friends' Library
The Friend's Library, a circulating library for members of Friends of Filoi, is located in one of the family bedrooms. This library is an excellent source of material on gardens, horticulture, garden history, history of the area and decorative arts. Many books encourage travel to the famous gardens of the world. This library also has an outstanding collection of in-house DVDs and videos of Filoli and the two families for whom it was home, and copies of films made on the property. Open to members of Filoli by appointment. Please call the Filoli Collection Manager, Julie DeVere.
Phone: (650) 364-8300, extension 205
Email: collectionmanager@filoli.org
Donate to the Library
Visit the Filoli Library Wish List to make a book donation to the Friends' Library. Gifts in the form of books are tax deductible and a letter will be sent to acknowledge your donation.
Fireside Chats — A Filoli Member Benefit
Fireside Chats are a wonderful way for current Filoli Members to explore Filoli’s libraries, located on the second floor of the historic House that once was the Bourn’s private quarters. Fireside chats are informal, armchair journeys held each month in the Sterling Library, Filoli’s research library and are open to Filoli Members. Topics range from our crystal collection, the Bourn’s Muckross estate, Georgian England, botanical art, architects and artists of California and embroidery. Fireside chats are a small–group format and reservations can be made by calling the Membership Office at (650) 364–8300, ext. 508, Mondays through Fridays from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Seats fill up quickly.
Download the 2012 schedule and see March through June topics and dates.
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