Morris Arboretum & Gardens Reviews
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Margaret Sent on 07/20/2024Magic Spot
From the moment we stepped foot on the Morris grounds, we knew we had found our venue. We had toured a few spots, but felt something was missing at the ones that were strictly wedding venues that can feel sort of lifeless when you tour and no event is happening. The attendant at the gate encouraged us to enjoy the woodland path, and from then on it was just magic. Before we'd even started the tour we felt pretty certain we had found our venue, but we were truly wowed by the beauty and the uniqueness as we went through each location. When we arrived at Morris, families were enjoying the grounds, it felt lively. We toured in the fall and the foliage and late-blooming flowers were stunning. We were spoiled for choice with different potential cocktail hour and ceremony sites.
Sarah Ruth and the whole team were extremely responsive and helpful throughout the process. We used basically only friend vendors who they suggested, and it took out so much guesswork. The vendors we chose from those suggestions were all awesome, and it made for a super smooth process knowing that the people we were working with knew the space so well.
We were worried about possible thunderstorms hitting our day (which turned out to instead be super hot and sunny), but it was a comfort to have the Morris team to set our minds at ease about employing our rain plan if needed.
On the day, we were just so excited to be back at Morris again and to show it to our loved ones! The team made it a breeze to get us around for photos in our golf cart (side note: definitely was worth it to pay extra to arrive early so you can hit more sites with your photographer and be free to just enjoy more post-ceremony). Our cocktail hour on Out-on-a-Limb was a blast! We loved that we could encourage guests to stroll through some of the other gardens, but when they came together on the canopy walk everyone thought it was just the coolest thing and we had people of all ages having fun in the netting.
For the reception, we didn't end up decorating the roof of the tent or adding a dance floor, but it was still just beautiful and the views of the surroundings were fantastic.
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Sarah Sent on 10/18/2024Beautiful Venue and Exceptional Service at Morris Arboretum!
We had our wedding at Morris Arboretum, and it was an absolutely magical experience! We were married in the stunning Rose Garden, which provided the perfect backdrop for our ceremony. The setting was truly breathtaking, and the staff made sure everything looked amazing.
A special thanks to Toy, who ran the venue so seamlessly and helped make our day perfect. She and the staff were incredibly professional and accommodating, especially when it came to our mobility-limited grandparents. They went out of their way to ensure everyone was comfortable and taken care of, which meant the world to us. It was also a pleasure to work with Sarah Ruth leading up to the ceremony. She was extremely responsive and helpful along the way.
If you’re looking for a beautiful, well-organized venue with a fantastic team, we highly recommend Morris Arboretum! -
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Pamela Sent on 08/22/2024Enchanting and well-coordinated wedding experience!
We recently held our son’s and his fiancé’s wedding at the Morris Arboretum, and it was nothing short of fabulous. The venue's natural beauty provided the perfect backdrop for our special day. The staff was incredibly organized and attentive, making the event run smoothly. Every detail was taken care of, allowing us to enjoy our celebration without any worries. We couldn't have asked for a better venue. I highly recommend Morris Arboretum to anyone seeking an enchanting and well-coordinated wedding experience! -
Jackeline Sent on 08/10/2024
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Our special day at Morris Arboretum was absolutely perfect, exceeding our wildest expectations. From start to finish, every detail was flawlessly executed, making it a day we will cherish forever. The venue's stunning natural beauty provided a beautiful backdrop for our ceremony, at Baxter Memorial.
The team at Morris Arboretum was incredibly accommodating, ensuring that every aspect of our day was tailored to our vision. They attentively listened to our requests and went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. Their professionalism and attention to detail were evident every step of the way, from the initial planning stages to the last dance of the evening.
We would recommend Morris Arboretum to any couple looking for a picturesque and accommodating venue for their special day. -
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Emma Sent on 05/14/2024
Gorgeous wedding day!
We’re so happy to have chosen Morris as our wedding venue. The gardens are gorgeous and made for the perfect backdrop for our dream wedding. Everyone who works on the rentals team is extremely kind, communicative, and helpful when in the wedding planning process. As an LGBTQ+ we felt comfortable and accepted immediately during our first interactions with the team. Our guests raved about how stunning everything was, and how professional/organized the staff were. We’re grateful for the Morris team for working so effortlessly to make sure our day was perfect, and for collaborating with our day of coordinator/wedding planner when needed! We chose the Silk Tree Grove for our ceremony which is the furthest ceremony site for guests to walk to. When choosing this spot we were nervous about the distance but on the wedding day staff were quick to pick up guests in the golf cart and guide people when needed! We’re so happy to have chosen the spot we did for the ceremony because the tree you stand in front of makes for the perfect alter. We highly recommend having your wedding at Morris for the friendly, helpful staff and of course the absolutely gorgeous gardens. -
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Bridge Sent on 11/24/2023The Perfect Day
We got married at Morris a few weeks ago on November 4. It was the day before Daylight Savings, and we were really battling daylight. Thanks to the AMAZING staff at Morris, everything went according to plan, and the timing worked out perfectly.
The entire team was responsive throughout the planning process. My husband and I were able to visit Morris for free throughout planning so we could ensure we knew exactly what we wanted for the ceremony and for photos day-of. The process for the rehearsal was very simple and straightforward. And wedding day was made possible by the fantastic team of golf cart drivers who made sure everyone was exactly where they needed to be on time (including us!).
Affordable, beautiful, and flexible... I can't say enough good things! -
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Denise Sent on 10/16/2023Absolutely fantastic venue for a wedding
Incredibly gorgeous venue with wonderful staff. Made our daughter's wedding absolutely perfect. We would recommend the Morris Arboretum without hesitation. -
Andrea Sent on 07/19/2023
Gorgeous setting for a phenomenal wedding
Best wedding ever? I’m biased (I’m the MOB), but several guests commented on how stunning and personal it was, thanks in no small part to the arboretum. The grounds are natural and varied (flower gardens, wooded paths, pond, sculpture-dotted lawns). A big plus is having a choice of site for ceremony and cocktail hour. We had a simple Quaker-style ceremony at Baxter and cocktails cocooned under the trees at Out on A Limb—very special. Guests could arrive at 5 and tour the arboretum for an hour before the ceremony.
Staff were helpful during planning (Sarah Ruth and Toy) and on the day (Ken) and included a golf cart driver to get around the grounds for pre-ceremony photographs and to transport those who needed help.
About cost: This was neither the most nor least expensive place we considered, but there are a number of factors that made it less costly: choice of caterer from their list (we had Bruno’s—great), which keeps you from paying monopoly prices; BYOB (tremendously cost effective); and the beautiful surroundings, which made a lot of flowers and other décor unnecessary. Note that they use dynamic pricing, depending on day/time of year and how booked they are.
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Marie Sent on 07/11/2023Amazing venue (even when it rains!!)
I grew up going to the Morris Arboretum and was so happy I got the opportunity to get married here. Although we ended up having storms (with LOTS of rain) during the scheduled ceremony time, the staff at the Arboretum (together with our caterers, Seedling & Sage) were able to put together a beautiful ceremony inside the tent. The reception was a blast and we were still able to take pictures outside when it stopped raining. I can't say enough good things. Highly recommend!! -
Jessica Sent on 04/08/2023
Amazing Day
I wouldn't change anything! The Morris Arboretum was our first choice for a few reasons, one of which being sentimental, so we didn't really consider any other venues. Everything was lovely! The provided coordinator, Brit, was amazing! She made everything flow so smoothly and she was so nice. The grounds were awesome, so many places to take pictures.
There was a massive storm for about the first half hour of cocktail hour, so we weren't able to use Out on a Limb, but everyone was moved into the reception early and it wasn't a problem.
All of the teams worked really well together and if there were any issues, I was not aware of any. Everything was truly amazing! -
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Julia Sent on 11/20/2022Incredible Venue
We are so thankful for the Morris Arboretum and all their wonderful staff. We had the pleasure of working closely with both Toy and Sarah Ruth for our Fall wedding and they worked so hard to make sure that our big day was absolutely perfect. We originally planned to get married at a different venu but had to change venues about 4 months out and Morris went above and beyond to welcome us into their family and ensure that our wedding day was everything we wanted. Their incredible land is unmatched in Philadelphia. There are so many incredible spaces for photos, ceremony, and cocktail hour. It’s an absolutely stunning space and we feel so fortunate that we got to get married in such a beautiful place. -
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Leah Sent on 10/04/2022Gorgeous and friendly!
I am so happy we chose Morris Arboretum! The scenery was breathtaking, and we were able to have the ceremony/photos at golden hour and sunset! Sarah Ruth and staff were friendly and helpful through the whole journey! Will definitely recommend as I cherish the memories of our special day! -
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Lynna Sent on 08/17/2022Dream wedding venue!
Morris Aboretum was an INCREDIBLE setting for our dream intimate garden wedding! It felt like a true fairy tale and our guests could not stop talking about what a beautiful setting and wonderful experience they had. It was a dream come true for us! Highly recommend! -
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Jeanette Sent on 08/10/2022What a beautiful day 🥰
I want to thank the Morris Arboretum for being the most beautiful venue for my husband and I's special day. I visited twice before our big day, but the gardens were even MORE MAGICAL in the evening as the sun began to set on our late July summer wedding.
There are of course endless places to discover and it's truly such a unique setting for the start of your new chapter as husband and wife! It's the perfect setting to have the outdoors, but also the convenience of an air conditioned building someone could pop into, as well as comfortable restrooms.
I don't know if it was the venue or our caterer (Company's Coming 😍) but someone pre-popped one of our white wines and left a huge jug of iced water for the bridal getting-ready-room, which was so nice!!!
My only qualm would be that on the day I did notice a couple sour young kids who did not seem thrilled to be working, including brushing by annoyingly at me, the smiley happy bride...? For context, it was recording-breaking hot out that day!! Which is why we kept water out on ceremony site for everyone, including our vendors! It makes me wonder if it was the individual's problem, or if the Arboretum should take better care of their staff.
But anyway...
We absolutely cannot wait to travel back to my home state to again visit Chestnut Hill and the Arboretum in celebration of some anniversary in the future. THANK YOU, EVERYONE! -
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Casey Sent on 06/25/2022Amazing wedding venue!!
We had a beautiful wedding at the Morris in June 2022. It was everything we had hoped it would be. The site was gorgeous, out on a limb was an amazing spot for cocktail hour, and the tent was beautiful. The staff was responsive and flexible, which we appreciated as we planned our wedding during the pandemic and had to reschedule. We can't recommend the Morris highly enough if you want an outdoor wedding! -
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Kellie Sent on 06/19/2022The perfect garden venue
We went to see the Morris Arboretum as a possible wedding venue and then decided that we didn't need to see anywhere else. We loved how beautiful the grounds looked. The "Out on the Limb" treehouse was a big draw for us to have cocktail hour. Unfortunately, it did rain on our wedding day so were unable to use it. As a result, we had cocktail hour inside the visitor center, which was a fine alternative. The staff was very friendly and we were still able to take some pictures outside using the clear umbrellas that the venue has available for use. The venue has a list of approved caterers (we chose Company's Coming). There's also only one approved vendor available if you want to hang flowers from the ceiling of the reception tent, which we chose not to do. Otherwise, everything else was pretty flexible. I'm glad that we had our wedding here and look forward to coming back to visit the Morris Arboretum in the future. -
Kelly Sent on 04/30/2022
Gorgeous Venue - Trees Are Worth It
My partner and I had our wedding ceremony and party at Morris and the ceremony was perfect. The trees, the cherry blossoms, the wild flowers and the sunset was all just breathtaking. My photographer had shot at the arboretum previously and her expertise was lovely day-of. Planning the wedding layout and keeping me organized with the payments - Morris was there for me. I can't recommend this venue enough.
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Jennifer Sent on 01/18/2022
Beautiful and unique
We highly recommend Morris Arboretum if you’re looking for a natural and unconventional wedding venue. The Arboretum is unlike any other venue - the endless gardens are stunningly beautiful and add a fun component for your guests to enjoy. All of the staff we worked with were so wonderful and helpful: Sarah helped us through all of the difficulties of postponing, Shaun helped us with all our last minute questions and planning, and Kelsey was with us on-site the day of our wedding and was the biggest help! Something to be aware of is The Arboretum is a historic site so there are some reasonable restrictions such as hanging items or flames restrictions in the garden. -
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Tara Sent on 11/15/2021My Dream Wedding
I knew I wanted to have my wedding reception at the Morris Arboretum before I was even engaged! The grounds and gardens are gorgeous. The venue was perfect for my vintage, Bridgerton garden theme. This venue offers such a unique experience, especially with the option to have your cocktail hour in the "Out on a Limb" treehouse, which we did. Our guests are still raving about how unique it was. The sunset during cocktail hour in early October along w/ our harpist we had playing created a whimsical experience in the trees. The reception tent fits about 175, but we had 115 and it was perfect. Just enough room for the dance floor, bar area, and tables without it being too crowded. The staff at the MA are super kind, helpful and responsive. They offer a golf cart for the day of to transport for photos, to explore the grounds and help elderly/handicapped folks around. There are a lot of rules since this is an arboretum and they have to protect it, but you honestly don't need much given the natural beauty. We used Wild Stems to install the dance floor and ceiling decor for the tent and Company's Coming as our caterer. The whole experience was perfect. Our guests, family, friends and most importantly ourselves all had a lovely, fun, memorable time. Everyone is still talking about it! The MA and their staff were a huge part of our wedding success! -
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Jennie Sent on 11/04/2021Picturesque Wedding Backdrop with Extremely Friendly Staff
We had an amazing time having our wedding at Morris Arboretum. After having our first one canceled in the pandemic, the venue was more than accommodating during our rescheduling process. They have several beautiful ceremony sites to choose from and ensured that our entire experience there went smoothly. Could not have asked for a better day. -
Kristin Sent on 10/13/2021
Unique & Beautiful Location
Morris Arboretum was an absolutely perfect venue for our wedding. We really wanted an outdoor wedding and with COVID, we were especially glad that the entire evening (ceremony & reception) could be hosted outside. The grounds are absolutely beautiful and extremely well maintained. We opted to have the ceremony at Pennock Walk in front of the small garden and fountain. Our cocktail hour was hosted in Out On a Limb (at sunset) which is basically a huge tree house- not many people get that opportunity!! Our reception was held under a large canopy tent behind the visitor center. Sarah Ruth and Shawn were so nice to work with and their details sheet was instrumental in helping to figure out all of the small details and planning. Becky was our day of supervisor and she helped the evening to flow seamlessly. We arrived to the venue early to take pictures and she helped to coordinate our location with our golf cart driver so guests wouldn't see us before the ceremony. Becky is also a life-saving seamstress!! I would highly recommend this venue - it was just perfect and the staff was phenomenal. -
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Jade Sent on 09/12/2021
Seamless experience and beautiful venue!
We had a great experience planning our wedding at Morris Arboretum. They were friendly, responsive, and flexible answering our many questions and allowing us to visit on multiple occasions to plan. They made the process easy, clear and efficient. There are so many gorgeous spots for ceremonies and photos and the tent was a great location for our reception. Our wedding planning process with them was seamless and covid-safe. We would do it all over again! -
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Jessica Sent on 05/05/2021Beautiful venue with great communication
Our review is based on customer service and communication with the team at Morris Arboretum. We had planned our wedding for Spring 2020; due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this event was postponed and eventually cancelled. Although we unfortunately didn’t get to experience the wedding we originally planned, the team at Morris Arboretum was incredibly understanding and great at communicating throughout this process. Based on our experience- we would definitely recommend Morris Arboretum as a wedding venue. -
Ashley Sent on 02/06/2021
Beautiful venue
We could not have been happier with our decision to choose Morris Arboretum as our wedding venue. Many of our family members questioned why we were making them travel an hour away for our wedding, but they instantly understood after taking in the beauty of this venue. Everyone that we worked with was so helpful and friendly, and the coordination we received on the day of our wedding was immensely valuable. Our photographers could not get enough of the beautiful locations for photos. Everything ran so smoothly and was coordinated in such a way that we had no worries things would get done on the day of our wedding. I can not express how GORGEOUS this place is. Definitely recommend visiting, even if it is just to walk around for a few hours. -
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Kristen Sent on 08/06/2019
Best wedding venue ever
Morris Arboretum was amazing! I had the best experience and my guests cannot stop talking about how amazing the venue was. Every photo we took was a show stopper, and I would recommend this venue to anyone and everyone! -
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Mary Sent on 08/26/2017The Morris Arboretum was the absolute perfect site for our wedding on August 4, 2017. The grounds were beautiful, and the staff were amazing. They were friendly and professional right from the start all the way up until our wedding day. John took care of us on our wedding day and was very attentive to making sure we were take care of as well as our guests, especially my aunt who was provided a wheel chair upon arrival and attended to throughout the evening as needed to make sure she was comfortable and able to access each area with ease. A golf cart was provided to help get family and our bridal party to the designated areas for pictures, and during the cocktail hour it was used to give guests a tour of the grounds, which everyone LOVED! I highly recommend using "Out on a Limb" for your cocktail hour, it was amazing and guests loved it. Every single picture we have professional or not is gorgeous because the grounds themselves are gorgeous! I could honestly go on and on, we loved this venue and could not imagine having our day anywhere else. -
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Nicole Sent on 08/25/2015I recently had my wedding at Morris Arboretum, and we loved it SO much that I had to make sure I reviewed it before we leave for our honeymoon! Christopher, Ann Marie, and the rest of the staff at Morris allowed me to honestly have the best day of my life. It didn't hurt that my weather was perfect, but my ceremony was under the trees while violins played, my cocktail hour was in an adult TREEHOUSE and my reception was under a white tent surrounded by flowers. Our entire bridal party even used golf carts to drive around the 95 acre arboretum before the ceremony to easily take our pictures with naturally gorgeous backgrounds. I could not recommend Morris Arboretum more, and I am so unbelievably pleased that we went with our gut and chose the first venue we looked at! We also are becoming members here using the wedding discount so that for the next year my husband and I can relive our wedding day whenever we want. Best.Day.Ever. -
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Fernanda Sent on 11/13/2023Could not recommend enough!
We got married on 8/19 this year at Morris and cannot say enough good things. From the beautiful drive up the venue to the incomparable customer service - you could not ask for a better venue. Sarah Ruth helped us from start to finish and responded promptly and clearly with every question we had. They allowed us to visit multiple times so we could show various vendors and bridal party members the set up even when we asked with short notice. Morris is such a beauty that you don't need to go over the top with decorations or fill the space - the space speaks for itself. If you're looking for a beautiful, outdoor venue that allows you to bring in your own vendors (minus catering, but the catering choices are top notch so no problem there) and create your vision, then this is the place for you. I put 4/5 stars for flexibility only as Morris has its limitations due to being an Arboretum. You cannot start any festivities until 6 PM and your event must be over by 11:30 PM. If you're looking to have a longer wedding, this may not be the place for you but if that does not matter to you then this place is the perfect spot to get married. I will rave about Morris forever!! -
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Mandula Sent on 07/18/2023
Unique Garden Wedding!
My husband and I had our wedding at Morris Arboretum in May of 2023, and we loved it! The garden looked spectacular in late May. I had family members comment on how beautiful it was to see us process down with those beautiful trees towering over us! (We had our ceremony at Baxter Memorial, and the cocktail at Pennock gardens). This was perfect because Baxter Memorial is included in the price, and the grounds have a slight downward slope that gives all the guests a perfect view of the event. Baxter also had more shade. Pennock gardens came at an additional cost but it was perfect for the cocktail hour, because guests could walk around, explore it, and enjoy the space.
Choosing this for our wedding was a no-brainer; it was the only site that we toured that my husband stated he could "see us getting married." As a bonus, it was more meaningful to us that the money we spent on the venue was being put towards upkeeping the arboretum and it's trees so other people can enjoy this beautiful patch of nature. This being said there are somethings to consider when using a venue that is a public space. In order to keep the garden open to the public, there are restrictions on the time you have to set up before the ceremony (1-2 hours), the vehicles you use to transport things, and when the ceremony can start, etc. In addition, being a non-traditional venue it doesn't include services such as catering, etc. This does require more effort and coordination between you, the vendors, and the venue. Using preferred vendor list helps since Morris has a good relationship with their familiar vendors. We opted to have some professional help and have some "do-it-yourself" projects. For me personally, organizing the decor items, timing the drop off, and timing the set up of the "do-it-yourself" decor was stressful with the restrictions. Retrospectively, I would have kept our ceremony stage and decor more simple. Honestly the gardens are so beautiful that you do not need too much. The other option would have been to hire more professional help due to the short set-up time. Other considerations are to accept that weather can be a huge factor. I opted to go with ceiling decor because I wanted the reception tent space to look more dressed up in case the ceremony was rained out (the reception tent is a covered tent on top of a black top). The venue did a great job working with my caterer to come up with a plan A, plan B, and plan C to give us an option of using an outdoor space if the weather fluctuated and the skies cleared. Also of note, the reception tent could hold 175, but be aware that it might not leave room for a dance floor. We had 125 guests and it left room for a nice open dance floor. The reception area was the perfect amount of space for guest count of 125. Another plus for this venue, was the staff. Sarah Ruth helped coordinate; she was very understanding of the cultural aspects of our wedding, and was willing to help accommodate as much as she could. They were kind enough to let us come visit ahead of time to plan out how to put up our cultural ceremony structure. I was also touched that she wore a traditional saree to my wedding! Sarah was there in person the day of the wedding, and helped to corral people who were dropping off decor, etc. She helped keep order! She and the staff did a lovely job carting our family members and us around the venue for photos. The golf carts are worth the cost; they were spacious, and well kept! Overall, we really loved having our wedding at Morris Arboretum, and we would highly recommend it to others who are looking for a non-traditional garden venue! All of our guests noted how the venue was so different from other weddings they had experienced and how it "fit" our character. That's all we wanted.... a space that was unique, sustainable, and brought us in touch with nature! Morris Arboretum was perfect! -
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Patricia Sent on 08/11/2021
Absolutely gorgeous
The ceremony site , cocktail hour and reception sites were gorgeous. They are a little strict on delivery timing and start times but this venue is absolutely worth it. Becky took care of us the day of and even dropped off our top tier from our wedding cake when we forgot it at the arboretum. She was incredibly responsive and made our big day as stress free as she could. Terry was our golf cart operator who was so friendly and helpful, what a wonderful human. Shawn Pistorino was amazing, we first met her on our initial wedding consultation and she eventually was our rentals contact. She was incredibly responsive and so helpful from start to finish. If I needed access to the arboretum for vendors or planning purposes she ensured that my needs were met. If I had to do it all over again I would hands down choose Morris Arboretum as our venue again. We have such beautiful memories of this place and now have a wonderful anniversary place to visit for years to come. We also elected to have our cocktail hour on Out on a Limb and our guests could not stop raving about it. The amount of people who now want to visit the arboretum to explore more will keep us busy for a while (because of course we want to hang with them when they visit). Thank you Morris Arboretum for everything -
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Paige Sent on 06/27/2021Gorgeous venue
Morris Arboretum is a great place to get married! The venue is absolutely gorgeous! You definitely do have to plan all the individual aspects yourself, as it isn't an all-in-one venue, but I personally liked being able to make it our own. The event planners were very helpful with planning, even though we were living in a different state while we planned. I will note that the weekend costs are substantially higher than a weekday, so my husband and I opted for a Thursday wedding to save some money. I would recommend Morris to anyone looking to get married in the Philly area in a garden setting! Plus, you can go back to your venue at any time and relive the day! -
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Jess Sent on 05/17/2021Beautiful setting
If you're looking for an outdoor venue Morris Arboretum has to be on the list. With several ceremony sites to choose from, this venue has something for everyone. Each one offers a stunning view or focal point that provides the perfect backdrop for such a momentous occasion. This is one of the most photogenic venues available, with countless locations for pictures. The reception area is at the same location, and with a bit of decoration becomes an intimate setting to celebrate with family and friends. We recommend adding on the Out on a Limb cocktail hour, which is a unique space that our guests are still talking about. Take the time to check out this beautiful slice of Philadelphia, you're bound to find something you like. -
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Amy B. Sent on 05/02/2021A magical place
From the moment we laid eyes on Morris Arboretum we knew that we had to have our wedding there. We looked forward to our day for over 2 years, and the Arboretum staff was so helpful every step of the way. It felt like a truly magical day to us and we have had several guests tell us that it looked like something out of a fairytale. You won't find a more beautiful outdoor venue. -
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Kathy Sent on 04/17/2019Stunning Garden Wedding Venue!
The Morris Arboretum is the PERFECT background for anyone interested in a garden inspired wedding venue! It is huge and covered in gorgeous florals and greenery, plus several large art installations making for endless photo opportunities. One of the highlights for us was the fact that you get the entire venue (90+ acres) fully to yourself when you rent for a wedding or other event which makes it feel very exclusive and intimate. The Out on A Limb feature cannot be missed! It was absolutely perfect for our sunset cocktail hour and our guests raved about it all night. I loved our wedding at the Arboretum more than I ever thought I would; highly, highly recommended!! -
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Laurel Sent on 10/19/2018Our dream garden wedding
Morris Arboretum was our first choice wedding venue, given the sweeping acres of gardens, meadows, and more for ceremony and photos. We fell in love with it at first sight, and it was an epic backdrop for our day.
Morris is made much more accessible and affordable by its list of caterers, where with other venues we researched or toured, we were pigeon-holed into one very expensive caterer. Plus, it meant we were able to work with the wonderful Company's Coming Catering and afford our dream wedding.
The rentals staff at Morris were responsive, friendly, and extremely helpful during the process, and our day ran so smoothly because we had golf cart driver, a rental rep, and access to the grounds early for photos. And let me tell you, it's hard to find a more beautiful place for photos in the city of Philadelphia than the 90 acres of Morris Arboretum. We had our ceremony under the Sugarman sculptures and cocktail hour Out on a Limb. Our guests loved it, and hung out in the hammocks. Dinner was in the tent, which was heated on our wedding night and very cozy, and we were able to use and decorate the carriage house rooms for extra space and good vibes. We were blessed with good (albeit slightly cold weather), so fortunately didn't have to engage the rain plan. It's worth thinking hard about the rain plan if you want to book here, as it does make a dramatic difference, but I've seen pictures of weddings that pulled it off beautifully!
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Kerry Sent on 10/14/2019The most beautiful wedding location we ever could have imagined
We have loved Morris Arboretum since I've moved to Philly, and when we visited it as our second venue after getting engaged, we just knew immediately it was the one. The Out on a Limb treehouse-esque location for cocktail hour was a huge selling point, but we also wanted to grant our guests access to the beautiful grounds and share with them a favorite Philly gem of ours. Everything the day of was spectacular. All of the staff we interacted with were highly professional and communicative. A golf cart was provided for us to take photos more efficiently and for any guests who needed it to get around. Our guests were stunned by the beauty around them and everything just led to a truly magical wedding experience for everyone. I cannot say enough good things about this venue! -
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Annette Sent on 05/04/2019Beautiful Venue!
You can not find a more beautiful venue and the pricing is excellent as well. Our wedding at Morris Arboretum was absolutely breathtaking and magical. We got married under the trees with the wind blowing gently in my hair. The venue was also very accessible due to the golf cart that they provided. The rentals team was also very responsive and accommodating. The only downside to Morris Arboretum is the lack of flexibility for the reception venue. They only have one available and it is somewhat unsightly, you also can not decorate it yourself but have to hire their florist to do so. However, you really could not ask for a better ceremony venue or for a better place to take your wedding photos. -
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Tim Sent on 06/02/2019Beautiful venue with some logistical restrictions
Morris Arboretum is a beautiful place. They offer several locations to hold the ceremony, a few add-on options for hosting cocktail hour (Out on a Limb is really cool), and a tented area for the reception. Our ceremony was at Pennock Walk. The staff were very friendly with helping us choose how we wanted to design our ceremony and were responsive answering our questions. However, as a wedding venue, it leaves some things to be desired as far as access goes. Because it is an active arboretum, they have guests during the day and you are only permitted to come after it closes at 5pm. This doesn't leave much time for getting pictures in the scenic areas around the venue. You can pay an extra $600 to gain access an hour early for 12 or fewer people. This was all clearly laid out in the contract so none of it was surprising, just something to consider. These logistical limitations were tough but we still really enjoyed having our ceremony at Morris Arboretum and would definitely recommend it! We have been back a couple times to visit the grounds which is not something you would necessarily be interested in doing with a lot of other venues. -
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Rebecca Sent on 07/23/2019OnceUponABrehm wedding
Thank you Morris Arboretum! Your staff members were responsive, communicated clearly and were available the day of the event each time we had a question. Their quiet presence and availability were deeply appreciated. Having the golf carts available was very handy to capitalize on our precious day. We also enjoyed working with the caterer chosen (Bruno's) for the event and recommend you keep them on your list of approved, preferred vendors. -
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User1822499 Sent on 09/22/2014Beautiful venue. Perfect day. Tent was gorgeous. Used entire grounds for pictures that were amazing.
At the rehearsal, I was told I owed a deposit of $500 I was never told about, as well as the extra for cocktails on out on the limb that I had made clear a year before that i wanted, AND that the rehearsal cost extra! TERRIBLE professionalism. I should not have been stressed about paying all these costs at my rehearsal when i had been told i was paid in full months before. Not ok. Be warned.
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