THE SEAL IN THE MUSEUM’S LOGO DESCRIBES THE PERMANENT COLLECTION.
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Welcome to The Maridon Museum – A Cultural Treasure in Butler, PA

The Maridon Museum is the only museum in Western Pennsylvania dedicated exclusively to Asian art and culture. Our collection features exceptional Chinese and Japanese art, as well as a rare selection of Meissen porcelain. From ancient jade carvings and ivory sculptures to contemporary ceramics and rotating exhibits, The Maridon offers a unique and enriching experience for art lovers, educators, and curious minds of all ages. Plan your visit and explore a world of elegance, tradition, and craftsmanship.

Visit

Welcome to The Maridon Museum! Click here to take a virtual tour to begin planning your visit. View Asian art and culture coupled with German Meissen porcelain. Take one of our docent-led tours, or rent the museum for group events or meetings.

History

Opened on May 8th, 2004, The Maridon is the only museum in the Western Pennsylvania region with a specific focus on Chinese and Japanese art and culture, coupled with Meissen porcelain. The museum, both the objects and the buildings that house them, are the gifts of Mary Hulton Phillips. >>more

Collection

The Maridon’s permanent collection includes over 800 art objects. The Asian art collection includes jade and ivory sculptures, tapestries, landscape paintings, scrolls, and artifacts. The collection contains objects that date back to the Neolithic Period, >>more

Join

The Maridon is the only museum in the Mid-Atlantic region that is dedicated to connecting Eastern and Western cultures. Maridon members receive an unlimited free admission to the museum, discounts at the museum store, and invitations to >>more

News & Events

Maridon Maintenance
𝐖𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧! The Maridon Museum has completed its maintenance and we are officially open once more! We’ve missed you and can’t wait to welcome everyone back to explore our galleries and collections.
Nov
20
Nov. Book Club: The Downstairs Girl by Stacy Lee
Set in 1890s Atlanta, The Downstairs Girl follows Jo Kuan, a sharp and spirited young woman who works as a lady’s maid by day and secretly writes a bold advice column by night. A powerful and thought-provoking historical novel about identity, resilience, and finding your voice.
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It's Raining Cats and Dogs
It’s Raining Cats and Dogs at The Maridon
Come experience our newest exhibit, It’s Raining Cats and Dogs, now on view at The Maridon. We’re showcasing works from our collection that depict cats and dogs across various media, alongside cherished pet photos from our board and volunteers. Delight…
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Feb
6
Save the Date: Chinese New Year Celebration!
Save the date for next year’s event: Friday, February 6, 2026. More details to come!
Quote of the Week
"This world is but a canvas to our imagination."
Henry David Thoreau
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Snuff Bottle
Art of the Week
Snuff Bottle
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