Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania
The Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania began in 1887 as ''Compton,'' the summer home of John and Lydia Morris, brother and sister. John and Lydia Morris laid plans for a school and laboratory at Compton devoted to horticulture and botany. Through the stewardship and vision of the Quaker family, Compton became the Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania in 1932. Listed on The National Register of Historic Places, it is an interdisciplinary resource center for the University, and is recognized as the official arboretum of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Science, art, and humanities are pursued through a variety of research, teaching, and outreach programs that link the Arboretum to a worldwide effort to nurture the earth's forests, fields and landscapes.
Hours
April-OctoberWeekdays, 10 am-4 pm
Weekends, 10 am-5 pm
November-March
Daily, 10 am-4 pm
June-August
Open Thursday evenings until 8:30 pm
The Garden Railway Display is open Memorial Day through early October.
The Holiday Garden Railway is open Thanksgiving through December 31.
Admission
$14 adults$12 senior (65+)
$7 student (ages 3-17 or with ID) or FREE child (0-3)
FREE! to members, children under three, and students, faculty and staff of the University of Pennsylvania with a valid PennCard.
Admission includes free
Location & Map
NOTE: We do our best to ensure all information is accurate, however it's a good idea to visit the website or call the venue to verify the information.