Mission of Morris Arboretum
The Morris Arboretum 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 Arboretum 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 Arboretum is renowned for its science aimed at understanding and conserving plants and ecosystems.