The Barnes Arboretum at Saint Joseph’s University — Attraction in Lower Merion Township

Decided to take a beautiful Sunday afternoon to take in the gardens. Was one of the best decisions made, and quite frankly, cannot wait to take in the gardens during high blooming season. June in the gardens brought a wonderful solitude. Enjoyed the teaching moments stacked right next to one another, roses of various hues, but with newer hybrids placed next to varieties of long vintage.... the experience is intoxicating. Walking down to the Tea House, hearing the babbling brook and imagining having a good tea with a friend would be just a moment to remember. All of this beauty and literally less than a block and 1/2 from City Avenue. Just a wonderful, wonderful experience. And....it's free!! I'll have to return Thursday - Saturday to see the newly...

A great free small garden on 12 acres on the grounds of the original Barnes Foundation. Now partnered with St Josephs University. Many interesting and rare plants. Laura L. Barnes planted almost a 100 native and foreign fern species in the southeast corner of the property in the 1920s and 30s, many surviving until present...

Certainly not a typical college arboretum visit experience. Thoughtfully arranged gardens and woodlands make this arboretum stand out. I want to commend friendly people working here, we got recommendations on how to get most from the visit and short introduction into the history...