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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Montgomery County Just Launched Its Most Ambitious Housing Plan Ever
A teacher who drives 45 minutes to get to work. A nurse priced out of the neighborhood where she spends her shifts. A police officer…
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Inside Bryn Mawr College’s Vision to Redefine the Liberal Arts Experience
Bryn Mawr College is laying out an ambitious roadmap for the future, unveiling a new 10-year strategic plan aimed at strengthening academics, student experience, and…
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Coatesville Basketball Star Stays Local Ahead of a Bright Future
Coatesville basketball star Colton Hiller plans to stay a hometown hero as he continues to improve his basketball game, writes Joseph Santoliquito for The Philadelphia…
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Lower Merion, Harriton Football at a Crossroads as Parents Push for Merger
Lower Merion Township’s football community is wrestling with a difficult reality, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Participation has fallen so sharply that Harriton…
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Main Line Health Rebounds with $4M Profit and Regional Growth Plans
Main Line Health has bounced back into the black after a tough year, reports John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The health network that…
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Lower Merion’s Growth Outpaces Region Amid Affordability Crunch
Lower Merion is experiencing yet another population upswing, writes Denali Sagner for the Philadelphia Inquirer. According to the latest census estimates, the township added 455…
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Bryn Mawr Mansion is a $2.8M Castle in the Main Line
A stunning Bryn Mawr mansion blends Tudor elegance with brick grandeur, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Listed at $2.795 million, the 6,164-square-foot residence…
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Montgomery County Moguls Among Forbes’ Newest Billionaires
Montgomery County is home to several of the newest billionaires featured on Forbes’ 2025 list of the world’s richest people, writes Ryan Mulligan for the…
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Buried History Uncovered in Rosemont—But It’s Going Back Underground
A contractor renovating Ashbridge House in Rosemont recently uncovered a 200-year-old underground cistern while working on the $5 million project, writes Richard Ilgenfritz for Main…
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Some Bucks County Schools Closed Friday for Eagles Parade and More
Seven years ago, when the Eagles won the Super Bowl, some Bucks County schools excused absences for those who attended the parade, writes Jess Rohan…
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A Special Case in Lower Merion May Dictate Gun Sales Across the State
The Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court will soon rule on whether Lower Merion can regulate where guns are sold, writes Katie Bernard for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The…
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Lower Merion Skater Among Elite Group Representing Philadelphia at U.S. Figure Skating Championships
Lower Merion’s Blake Gilman and his partner Julia Epps are part of the small but elite group of local skaters who are representing Philadelphia at…
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Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary Downsizing: A 150-Year Legacy Finds New Homes for Art
After 150 years, Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary is downsizing, reports Joe Holden for CBS Philadelphia. The Catholic seminary is moving from its sprawling 73-acre campus…
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Broadcaster Audacy Agrees to Pay Lower Merion Township $2 Million in Unpaid Taxes Settlement
Audacy has agreed to pay Lower Merion Township $2 million in a settlement over unpaid taxes during the time the broadcaster was based in Bala…
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Aqua PA Secures Nearly $78M in Low-Interest Loans for 133,000+ Feet of Water Mains, New Fire Hydrants
Aqua Pennsylvania has secured low-interest loan funding through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to support its ongoing commitment to replace aging infrastructure across Pennsylvania.…
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Lower Merion Native Writes Soundtrack for New Documentary Highlighting U.S. National Parks
Elizabeth Phillipson-Weiner, a composer born and raised in Lower Merion, was recently tasked with writing original songs for a new documentary called, “Out There: A…
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Startup Run By Lower Merion Native Helps Hollywood Studios Improve Efficiency of Their Sets
RABS, a startup run by Lower Merion native Josh Weinberg, is helping movie and television sets run more efficiently, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia…
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New Kobe Bryant Sneaker Honoring Philly Roots Released by Nike
Over the weekend, Nike introduced a special edition sneaker honoring Kobe Bryant’s Philadelphia roots, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The sneaker was released…
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