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Henry Foundation for Botanical Research Attraction Details
Henry Foundation for Botanical Research
http://www.libertynet.org/gardens/Henry%20Foundation.htm
The Henry Foundation for Botanical Research offers 50 acres of beautiful gardens, plants, and wonderful views. Founded in 1948 by botanist and plant explorer Mary Gibson Henry (1884-1967) to showcase the plants she collected on her expeditions through remote areas of the West, Midwest and Southeast, the Henry Foundation encompasses 50 acres of a surprisingly remote site in the steep hills of Gladwyne near the Schuylkill River.

Address:
801 Stony Ln.
Gladwyne, PA 19035

Phone: 610-525-2037

Handicap Access? N




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Pro Sports Nearby
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