Morris Arboretum & Gardens

Morris Arboretum & Gardens is a public garden and educational institution of the University of Pennsylvania, where people, plants, and place come together. Set across 92 acres and conveniently located in Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia, the Morris offers a unique blend of historic landscapes, plant collections, and engaging experiences for visitors of all ages.

Visitors can explore the gardens, participate in programs, and discover the Morris as a place for learning, research, and meaningful connection with the natural world.

Mission of Morris Arboretum & Gardens

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania inspires an understanding of the relationship between plants, people, and place through education, research, and horticultural display.

Vision for the Future

As an irreplaceable public garden, the Morris provides a place of respite, beauty, and learning, where the joy and wonder of the natural world inspire all who visit to be enthusiastic ambassadors for plants. A vital part of one of the great research universities in the world, the Morris is renowned for its science aimed at understanding and conserving plants and ecosystems.