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Upcoming Events 2025 Experience the extraordinary during our 2025 fundraising event season, where guests and members are invited to partake in once-in-a-lifetime opportunities at Hearst Castle. From exclusive tours and elegant soirées , each event offers unforgettable moments in an iconic setting. Best of all, your participation helps support our mission, with proceeds directly funding preservation, education, and outreach efforts year after year. Join us and make history come alive! May 17, 2025 | Twilight on The Terrace Kick off the fundraising event season and celebrate our 40th anniversary with us on the main terrace of Hearst Castle! Text on the button October XX, 2025 | Member Social Kick off the fundraising event season and celebrate our 40th anniversary with us on the main terrace of Hearst Castle! Text on the button Neptune Pool Swim June 14, 2025 I am text block. Click edit button to change this text. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Text on the button Neptune Pool Swim June 14, 2025 I am text block. Click edit button to change this text. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Text on the button Neptune Pool Swim June 14, 2025 I am text block. Click edit button to change this text. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Text on the button Neptune Pool Swim June 14, 2025 I am text block. Click edit button to change this text. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Text on the buttonSUPPORT THE FOUNDATION, AND INSPIRE FUTURE GENERATIONS TO DREAM BIG!Join NowToggle titleToggle content goes here, click edit button to change this text.

Education at Hearst Castle Illuminate. Inspire. Empower. We’re inspiring and empowering future generations with educational tours, art lessons, conferences, scholarships, and authentic historical experiences. Featured Program STEAM Program at the Castle Designed to inspire and empower middle school students from underserved communities throughout California Watch students from the Boys & Girls Club experience our STEAM Program at Hearst Castle. Click above to view. Sponsored by The Foundation at Hearst Castle, the STEAM Program is a unique educational opportunity offered in collaboration with the CA State Parks PORTS Program. The program includes a custom tour of Hearst Castle and a guided exploration of nearby San Simeon Bay and Pier, aligned with grade-appropriate STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) curriculum. For qualifying groups,* our nonprofit organization covers all costs of your day trip, including a hearty lunch and transportation (if your district does not provide a bus). The STEAM program will be available on a first come, first served basis. *Some restrictions apply. This program is designed especially for students in underserved communities who do not have the opportunity to take field trips to museums or state parks. Please review the School Qualification Guidelines. STEAM Program Components Pre-visit: Classroom engagement with California State Parks interpreters using high-quality interactive videoconferencing Film: Screening of Hearst Castle: Building the Dream showcased on the SLO Safe Ride Charter Custom tour: Hearst Castle tour aligned with STEAM curriculum Coastal study: Guided exploration of the nearby pier and beach life, also aligned with STEAM Frequently Asked QuestionsHow many students does a STEAM tour accommodate? 45 students + 7 chaperones What if there are more than 40 students that want to come? While we try our hardest to accommodate everyone, we have to max out tour count at 40 due to various limitations and rules. What grade levels qualify for this opportunity? Grades 4-8th What does a typical STEAM tour day look like? The tour begins at 10:30am and goes until about 4:30pm; please keep in mind if you are a school traveling from afar, that does not include travel time. What if we have students who need special accommodations? Please let us know in the planning phase so that we can make the proper arrangements. Inclusivity is important to us. Are students allowed to bring their own lunch? Yes, of course. Just please make sure the lunch count provided is accurate as we don’t want a student to miss out. Can the STEAM tour be cut short? Unfortunately no. When signing up for the tour, you’re signing up for the full day — 10:30am – 4:30pm Calling All TeachersRequest More Information Today! Are you interested in bringing your class to Hearst Castle for an unforgettable STEAM tour? We’d love to share more information with you and help make it happen! These hands-on learning experiences are designed to inspire curiosity and creativity in students. Don’t wait too long—spots for qualifying schools fill up quickly. Reach out today to learn more and reserve your class’s opportunity to explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and math in a truly unique setting! Contact Us “Every detail was meticulously planned, from the charter [...]

In early 2022, The Foundation at Hearst Castle added four new board members, Gail Cayetano-Classick, Sam Mazzeo, Christopher Burgart, and Bob Priola.

A Museum Like No Other The estate popularly known as Hearst Castle is a National Historic Landmark and California Historical Landmark located on the Central Coast of California, about 250 miles north of Los Angeles. It was designed by architect Julia Morgan between 1919 and 1947 as a residence for William Randolph Hearst, who died in 1951. Hearst Corporation deeded the estate to California in January 1958 and Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument® opened to the public that summer. The Castle serves as the key economic engine of the Central California Coast. Since then, the estate, and its considerable collection of art and antiques, has been open for public tours. Despite its location far from any urban center, the Castle welcomes around 700,000 visitors annually, making it a top tourist destination in California. Sustaining the Legacy Established in 1985, The Foundation at Hearst Castle (formerly called Friends of Hearst Castle) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit cooperating association affiliated with Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument® and the San Luis Obispo Coast District of California State Parks. Through membership and fundraising, The Foundation supports educational, interpretive, and preservation programs for Hearst Castle and California State Parks. Through the Foundation, businesses, philanthropic organizations, and individuals can provide support and engagement with Hearst Castle. We provide membership opportunities, educational programs, and special events with the goal of enhancing understanding and appreciation, thereby enriching the visitor experience. Video – Our Mission: Preservation Video – Conservation of Hearst Castle Video – Julia Morgan: Hearst Castle Architect & Artist Key Initiatives Expand Educational Programs Illuminating and inspiring our next generation of visionaries and builders through science, technology, engineering, art, and math. The Foundation strives to give California middle school students from underrepresented communities an inspirational environment in which they can imagine the opportunity to realize their own dreams through the knowledge of STEAM and first-hand experience of jobs associated with the curriculum. Hearst Castle provides such and environment. Pioneering architect Julia Morgan—born January 20, 1872 in San Francisco, California, U.S. and died February 2, 1957—built Hearst Castle with the most advanced construction methods of her time. In spite of its Old World sensibility, the variety of disciplines required to construct one of the great treasures required to construct one of the great treasures of California proves contemporary even in today's world. The goal of the Foundation is to enlighten and challenge each student to assess his or her strengths, and to open their eyes to new possibilities, opportunities, and careers. The pilot program provides participating schools and organizations with tools to sharpen and refine each student’s unique aptitudes through the tangible applications of STEAM subjects, sparking interest and connection to Hearst Castle forever. Learn more about STEAM education Fund Full-Time Conservation Staff The lack of a full-time conservation staff hinders a coherent strategy to address the critical and immediate restoration needs of Hearst Castle. The Castle's 25,000 works of fine and decorative art need attention so that they can continue to inspire, educate, and delight more than 700,000 visitors expected each year at Hearst Castle. The Foundation at Hearst Castle has undertaken a number of conservation projects [...]

Become a Member A membership with The Foundation at Hearst Castle supports inspirational youth programs and much-needed restoration projects, while providing you with exclusive benefits like exclusive merchandise, free Castle tours, popular event tickets, and even coveted pools swims. All members enjoy the following benefits: 10% Discount: Hearst Castle Visitor Center Gift Shop Early Invitation: All Foundation at Hearst Castle Events Up to 25% Discount: All Foundation at Hearst Castle Events Two Complimentary Tickets: Annual Private Members-only Event Video – See the World via Hearst Castle Membership Levels & Additional Benefits For as little as $42/month*, you can enjoy the benefits of membership, help preserve Hearst Castle, and inspire the next generation of visionaries. *Call (805) 245-4510 for details about monthly payment program. Note: Reservations for all 2019 pool swim fundraising events are full. We plan to announce 2020 swim event dates in January. Members will receive notification before reservation links go live. Founding Partner Programs $10,000 Partner Program $500 Store Credit: Foundation at Hearst Castle Merchandise Complimentary Private Tour (8 Guests) 6 Event Tickets. Choose how to allocate: Twilight on the Terrace Holiday Feast (2 Ticket Maximum) Neptune Pool Swim (3 Ticket Maximum) Roman Pool Swim (3 Ticket Maximum) Dinner & Movie at Hearst Castle Theatre Name Recognition on Website LEARN MORE $25,000 "A" Partner Program $750 Store Credit: Foundation at Hearst Castle Merchandise Complimentary Private Tour (8 Guests) 8 Event Tickets. Choose how to allocate: Twilight on the Terrace Holiday Feast (6 Ticket Maximum) Neptune Pool Swim Roman Pool Swim Dinner & Movie at Hearst Castle Theatre VIP Hearst Castle Custom Experience (12 Guests) Name Recognition on Website LEARN MORE $25,000 "B" Partner Program 12 Event Tickets: Holiday Feast One-time Use of Castle Meeting Room Name Recognition on Website LEARN MORE Make a Donation A 100% tax-deductible donation to The Foundation at Hearst Castle supports the conservation and restoration of Hearst Castle, as well as youth programs for underserved middle school students — to enhance appreciation of the art and architecture of this world-class museum and monument, ultimately enriching the visitor experience and inspiring future generations of visionaries. $50 – $100 Donation • Foundation at Hearst Castle Keyring • 10% Discount at Visitor Center Gift Shop • Two tickets to Hearst Castle film, Building the Dream MAKE YOUR DONATION $150 Donation • Foundation at Hearst Castle Keyring • 10% Discount at Visitor Center Gift Shop • Two tickets to Hearst Castle film, Building the Dream • $20 Credit for The Foundation at Hearst Castle Merchandise of your choice MAKE YOUR DONATION $275 Donation • Foundation at Hearst Castle Keyring • 10% Discount at Visitor Center Gift Shop • Two tickets to Hearst Castle film, Building the Dream • $30 Credit for The Foundation at Hearst Castle Merchandise of your choice • 2 Tour Tickets: Grand Rooms, Upstairs Suites, or Cottages & Kitchens • Raffle Entry for 2 Tickets: Twilight on the Terrace MAKE YOUR DONATION[/a] Legacy Giving Popular Ways to Give Wills and Living Trusts Beneficiary Designations Gifts That Provide Income Charitable Remainder Trusts More Ways to Give IRA Charitable Rollover Charitable Lead Trusts Real Estate Memorials and Tribute [...]

Become a Member Become a Member</h2 small> Attend an Event The Foundation Our History & Mission For almost 35 years, The Foundation at Hearst Castle (formerly Friends of Hearst Castle) has supported the conservation and restoration of “La Cuesta Encantada” through membership opportunities and special events, always aiming to inspire and empower future generations of visionaries.   Learn More Illuminate and inspire our next generation of visionaries YEARS IN OPERATION 34 PRESERVATION PROJECTS 32 CHILDREN INSPIRED ANNUALLY 2,500 Become a Member Membership Has Its Benefits A membership with The Foundation at Hearst Castle supports the expansion of inspirational youth programs and an endowment for a full-time conservator, while providing members with exclusive benefits like complimentary Castle tours, popular event tickets, and coveted pools swims.   JOIN TODAY Upcoming Events 30 May 2026 Saturday 5:30 pm-8:30 pmTwilight on the Terrace May 30, 2026Step into an philanthropic evening where the Roaring Twenties and Fashionable Thirties shimmer once more as an ode to ambition,…250Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd., San Simeon CA 93452Location 25 Jul 2026 Saturday 7:00 pm-10:00 pmNeptune Pool Swim: Saturday, July 25, 2026Members of The Foundation at Hearst Castle and their guests may swim in the Neptune Pool. A handful of charitable…50Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd San Simeon, CA 93452Location 08 Aug 2026 Saturday 6:00 pm-9:00 pmNeptune Pool Swim: Saturday, August 8th, 2026Members of The Foundation at Hearst Castle and their guests may swim in the Neptune Pool. A handful of charitable…50Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd San Simeon, CA 93452Location Recent Press Unveiling the Beauty: Conservation Work on Hearst Castle’s Flemish Tapestries July 25, 2024 Exciting Expansion for Our STEAM Program July 24, 2024 California’s Hearst Castle Will Reopen on May 11 After Being Closed for Two Years March 28, 2022 Hearst Castle is almost ready to reopen. Here’s what’s been going on behind the scenes February 9, 2022 Review: ‘Trailblazing Architect’ Julia Morgan and the mark she left on California February 9, 2022 Sponsors & Partners SUPPORT THE FOUNDATION, AND INSPIRE FUTURE GENERATIONS TO DREAM BIG!Make a Donation

Become a Member Make a Donation Attend an Event The Foundation Our History & Mission For almost 35 years, The Foundation at Hearst Castle (formerly Friends of Hearst Castle) has supported the conservation and restoration of “La Cuesta Encantada” through membership opportunities and special events, always aiming to inspire and empower future generations of visionaries.   Learn More Illuminate and inspire our next generation of visionaries YEARS IN OPERATION 34 PRESERVATION PROJECTS 32 CHILDREN INSPIRED ANNUALLY 2,500 Become a Member Membership Has Its Benefits A membership with The Foundation at Hearst Castle supports the expansion of inspirational youth programs and an endowment for a full-time conservator, while providing members with exclusive benefits like complimentary Castle tours, popular event tickets, and coveted pools swims.   JOIN TODAY Upcoming Events 30 May 2026 Saturday 5:30 pm-8:30 pmTwilight on the Terrace May 30, 2026Step into an philanthropic evening where the Roaring Twenties and Fashionable Thirties shimmer once more as an ode to ambition,…250Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd., San Simeon CA 93452Location 25 Jul 2026 Saturday 7:00 pm-10:00 pmNeptune Pool Swim: Saturday, July 25, 2026Members of The Foundation at Hearst Castle and their guests may swim in the Neptune Pool. A handful of charitable…50Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd San Simeon, CA 93452Location 08 Aug 2026 Saturday 6:00 pm-9:00 pmNeptune Pool Swim: Saturday, August 8th, 2026Members of The Foundation at Hearst Castle and their guests may swim in the Neptune Pool. A handful of charitable…50Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd San Simeon, CA 93452Location Recent Press Unveiling the Beauty: Conservation Work on Hearst Castle’s Flemish Tapestries July 25, 2024 Exciting Expansion for Our STEAM Program July 24, 2024 California’s Hearst Castle Will Reopen on May 11 After Being Closed for Two Years March 28, 2022 Hearst Castle is almost ready to reopen. Here’s what’s been going on behind the scenes February 9, 2022 Review: ‘Trailblazing Architect’ Julia Morgan and the mark she left on California February 9, 2022 Sponsors & Partners SUPPORT THE FOUNDATION, AND INSPIRE FUTURE GENERATIONS TO DREAM BIG!Make a Donation

Support Us Become a Member Give a gift Make a Donation Join us Attend an Event The Foundation Our History & Mission For almost 35 years, The Foundation at Hearst Castle (formerly Friends of Hearst Castle) has supported the conservation and restoration of “La Cuesta Encantada” through membership opportunities and special events, always aiming to inspire and empower future generations of visionaries. Learn More Illuminate and inspire our next generation of visionaries YEARS IN OPERATION 34 PRESERVATION PROJECTS 32 CHILDREN INSPIRED ANNUALLY 2,500 Become a Member Membership Has Its Benefits A membership with The Foundation at Hearst Castle supports the expansion of inspirational youth programs and an endowment for a full-time conservator, while providing members with exclusive benefits like complimentary Castle tours, popular event tickets, and coveted pools swims.   JOIN TODAY Upcoming Events 30 May 2026 Saturday 5:30 pm-8:30 pmTwilight on the Terrace May 30, 2026Step into an philanthropic evening where the Roaring Twenties and Fashionable Thirties shimmer once more as an ode to ambition,…250Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd., San Simeon CA 93452Location 25 Jul 2026 Saturday 7:00 pm-10:00 pmNeptune Pool Swim: Saturday, July 25, 2026Members of The Foundation at Hearst Castle and their guests may swim in the Neptune Pool. A handful of charitable…50Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd San Simeon, CA 93452Location 08 Aug 2026 Saturday 6:00 pm-9:00 pmNeptune Pool Swim: Saturday, August 8th, 2026Members of The Foundation at Hearst Castle and their guests may swim in the Neptune Pool. A handful of charitable…50Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd San Simeon, CA 93452Location Recent Press Unveiling the Beauty: Conservation Work on Hearst Castle’s Flemish Tapestries July 25, 2024 Exciting Expansion for Our STEAM Program July 24, 2024 California’s Hearst Castle Will Reopen on May 11 After Being Closed for Two Years March 28, 2022 Hearst Castle is almost ready to reopen. Here’s what’s been going on behind the scenes February 9, 2022 Review: ‘Trailblazing Architect’ Julia Morgan and the mark she left on California February 9, 2022 Sponsors & Partners SUPPORT THE FOUNDATION, AND INSPIRE FUTURE GENERATIONS TO DREAM BIG!Make a Donation

Become a Member Make a Donation Attend an Event The Foundation Our History & Mission For almost 35 years, The Foundation at Hearst Castle (formerly Friends of Hearst Castle) has supported the conservation and restoration of “La Cuesta Encantada” through membership opportunities and special events, always aiming to inspire and empower future generations of visionaries.   Learn More Illuminate and inspire our next generation of visionaries YEARS IN OPERATION 34 PRESERVATION PROJECTS 32 CHILDREN INSPIRED ANNUALLY 2,500 Become a Member Membership Has Its Benefits A membership with The Foundation at Hearst Castle supports the expansion of inspirational youth programs and an endowment for a full-time conservator, while providing members with exclusive benefits like complimentary Castle tours, popular event tickets, and coveted pools swims.   JOIN TODAY Upcoming Events 30 May 2026 Saturday 5:30 pm-8:30 pmTwilight on the Terrace May 30, 2026Step into an philanthropic evening where the Roaring Twenties and Fashionable Thirties shimmer once more as an ode to ambition,…250Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd., San Simeon CA 93452Location 25 Jul 2026 Saturday 7:00 pm-10:00 pmNeptune Pool Swim: Saturday, July 25, 2026Members of The Foundation at Hearst Castle and their guests may swim in the Neptune Pool. A handful of charitable…50Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd San Simeon, CA 93452Location 08 Aug 2026 Saturday 6:00 pm-9:00 pmNeptune Pool Swim: Saturday, August 8th, 2026Members of The Foundation at Hearst Castle and their guests may swim in the Neptune Pool. A handful of charitable…50Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd San Simeon, CA 93452Location Recent Press Unveiling the Beauty: Conservation Work on Hearst Castle’s Flemish Tapestries July 25, 2024 Exciting Expansion for Our STEAM Program July 24, 2024 California’s Hearst Castle Will Reopen on May 11 After Being Closed for Two Years March 28, 2022 Hearst Castle is almost ready to reopen. Here’s what’s been going on behind the scenes February 9, 2022 Review: ‘Trailblazing Architect’ Julia Morgan and the mark she left on California February 9, 2022 Sponsors & Partners SUPPORT THE FOUNDATION, AND INSPIRE FUTURE GENERATIONS TO DREAM BIG!Make a Donation

30 May 2026 Saturday 5:30 pm-8:30 pmTwilight on the Terrace May 30, 2026250Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd., San Simeon CA 93452Location 25 Jul 2026 Saturday 7:00 pm-10:00 pmNeptune Pool Swim: Saturday, July 25, 202650Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd San Simeon, CA 93452Location 08 Aug 2026 Saturday 6:00 pm-9:00 pmNeptune Pool Swim: Saturday, August 8th, 202650Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd San Simeon, CA 93452Location 29 Aug 2026 Saturday 6:00 pm-9:00 pmNeptune Pool Swim: Saturday, August 29th, 202650Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd San Simeon, CA 93452Location 12 Sep 2026 Saturday 6:00 pm-9:00 pmNeptune Pool Swim: Saturday, September 12th, 202650Attendees750 Hearst Castle Rd San Simeon, CA 93452Location Hearst Castle Fundraising Events Calendar Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the know on foundation happenings and event announcements. SUPPORT THE FOUNDATION AND INSPIRE FUTURE GENERATIONS TO DREAM BIG!Join Now