Lower Merion
Lower Merion Township, located in Montgomery County just outside Philadelphia, seamlessly combines historical charm, excellent education, and vibrant community life. Established in 1713, it was settled by Welsh Quakers in 1682.
Home to 63,633 residents as of the 2020 Census, Lower Merion boasts high per-capita income with a median household income of around $139,694 and median home prices of $603,970.
The renowned Lower Merion School District serves the township and is home to esteemed private colleges, including Bryn Mawr College and Haverford College.
Rich in history, it features landmarks such as the Merion Friends Meeting House and the Barnes Foundation.
Lower Merion has produced several notable individuals, including NBA legend Kobe Bryant, former U.S. Secretary of State Alexander Haig, Hollywood actress and sex symbol Jayne Mansfield, and 1960s teen idol Bobby Rydell.
Explore VISTA Today’s archive of 25+ stories about Lower Merion.
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Lower Merion’s Kobe Bryant: Still an Enduring Source of Inspiration for Temple Basketball
NBA legend and Lower Merion High School graduate Kobe Bryant continues to be an inexhaustible source of inspiration for many…
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Local ‘Go for the Green’ Awards Open to Nomination; No Golf Skills Required
Lower Merion Township has announced that its 2023 Go for the Green awards will open for nominations on Mar. 1.…
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Oregon National Forest Being Renamed to Honor WWII Main Line Black Paratrooper
An Oregon national forest is being renamed after Malvin Brown, a Main Line Black paratrooper who perished trying to protect…
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Lower Merion Township Police Are Quite Literal When They Say, ‘Book ‘Em’
“Book ‘em, Dano” is a television catchphrase that many baby boomers remember from Hawaii Five-O. But now, it’s a Lower…
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The Athletic: Eagles Owner Jeffrey Lurie Is Expert in Hiring Excellent Head Coaches
Philadelphia Eagles owner and Lower Merion resident Jeffrey Lurie has proven to be an expert when it comes to finding…
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Competing Interests Reach Possible Accord on Contested Plan for Montco ‘Very Special Property’
Conflicting Lower Merion interests surround the sports program of the new Black Rock Middle School. Oona Goodin-Smith covered in The…
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After an Active 2022, City Avenue District Loses No Momentum Going into 2023
The City Avenue District, having celebrated numerous successes for 2022, continues into its 2023 plans, propelled by both enthusiasm and…
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Pennsylvania Auditor General Claims Montco School Districts Raised Property Taxes in Annual ‘Shell Game’
Pa. Auditor General Timothy DeFoor released a statewide school-district audit that uncovered a legal (but suspect) practice. The study revealed…
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Full-Day Kindergarten Sought by Lower Merion Parents; One Important Impediment Exists
The Lower Merion school board has voted on a move that has been long advocated by parents. Full-day kindergarten will…
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Montco State Senator Currently Hosts a Very Special Constituent
State Sen. Amanda Cappelletti is set to become the first woman to give birth while serving in Harrisburg. Her distinction…
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Khalid Mumin, Superintendent of Lower Merion School District, Named Pa. Education Secretary
Khalid Mumin, Lower Merion School District superintendent, has been named by Gov.-Elect Josh Shapiro as Pennsylvania’s new Secretary of Education.…
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Lower Merion Grad Plays to a Fam- and Fan-Packed Crowd in College Basketball’s Most Hallowed Arena
Demetrius Lilley, who played basketball at Lower Merion High School, got the chance to return home and play again in…
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Giveadelphia, New Community Organization Started by Lower Merion Native, Began 2022 with a Bang
Giveadelphia, a new Philadelphia-based community organization of young professionals started by Lower Merion native Michael Rabinowitz, is beginning the New…
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New Barnes Foundation Documentary a Cautionary Tale for Philanthropists Intent on Leaving Legacies
A new documentary about the Barnes Foundation, originally located in Lower Merion, is a cautionary tale for philanthropists who want…
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Five Montco Locales Gain Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission Recognition
The number of roadside blue-gold markers — designating locales of historic or cultural significance — is increasing in Montgomery County.…
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Multifaceted Lower Merion Roots Inform University of San Francisco Professor on Differences
Growing up in both South Philadelphia and suburban Lower Merion helped University of San Francisco professor Aaron J. Hahn Tapper’s…
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Money Magazine: This Montco Township Ranks No. 2 on Best U.S. Places to Live for Remote Workers
Lower Merion Township is ranked as the second-best place to live for remote workers. The metrics for this list, compiled…
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Malvern Bank Sponsorship of Ardmore Rock N’ Ride Helps Local EMS Provider
Malvern Bank was a sponsor of this year’s Ardmore Rock N’ Ride held on Aug. 20, 2022, in Ardmore. The…
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