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Merion

Merion

The Barnes Merion
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Originally purchased by Dr. Barnes in 1922, the Merion campus features a Paul Philippe Cret-designed residence and gallery surrounded by a 12-acre arboretum. The horticulture program and library, and the institutional archives, are based here.

History of the Arboretum

Learn about the people and the plants that helped the Arboretum grow. Learn more

Arboretum Advisory Committee

Committee members are a dedicated group who advise on botanical issues and horticulture programming. Learn more

Greenhouse

The plants propagated in the greenhouse are used for education and display. Learn more

Ticketing

Tickets to see the Barnes in Philadelphia are now available. Learn more