Applewood Estate

Applewood was built in 1916 as a self-sustaining farm for the Charles Stewart Mott family and is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. The home and grounds encompass approximately 34 acres that include an orchard with 29 varieties of heritage apples and 18 acres that are extensively landscaped. Ruth Mott generously gave Applewood to the Ruth Mott Foundation, bestowing full responsibility for the estate upon her passing in 1999. It serves as a living laboratory, a neutral and inspiring location for gatherings, a center for learning through its public on-site programs, and a base from which its skilled horticulturists and archivists support grantees and community initiatives. The Ruth Mott Foundation

Applewood hosts a variety of activities including tours of the estate and gardens and a variety of activities.

Ways to serve include: Activities Assistants to help guests enjoy Applewood events by participating in arts and crafts, children's activities and experiences in the garden; Barn Tour Guide;Behind-the-Scenes Assistant;C.S. Mott Exhibit Attendant; Event Assistant; Event Greeter;Refreshment Attendant; Terrace Guide; Tour Guide; Tour Guide Assistant. Volunteer assignments generally last 2-3 hours based upon the event. Assignments start as early as 9:00am and end as late at 7:00pm. You are welcome to participate as many times as you like.