Ruth Bancroft Garden

To preserve this exceptional example of garden design and to continue to develop its collection of water-conserving plants for the education and enjoyment of the public. The Ruth Bancroft Garden occupies land that was once part of a 400-acre fruit farm that produced walnuts and Bartlett pears in the Ygnacio Valley. The farm was started in the 1880s by Hubert Howe Bancroft, a famous historian and publisher who amassed a huge personal library of books related to the American West. Bancroft sold his important collection to the University of California, which became the nucleus of The Bancroft Library. Volunteer Without the enthusiasm and dedication of volunteers, The Ruth Bancroft Garden would not be here today. Volunteers are instrumental in maintaining the garden and supporting the organization. Volunteering at the Garden is a wonderful way to enjoy this exceptional garden and contribute to its success. We accept applications year-round. If you want to apply as a volunteer, please, go to page https://www.ruthbancroftgarden.org/support/volunteer/ Our website is https://www.ruthbancroftgarden.org/, email is jacki@ruthbancroftgarden.org, contact phone is (925) 944-9352