September 2011
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The Floral Arrangements by Ed Merrin: http://t.co/j3l3wuW
August 2011
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You missed it — Ed Merrin's garden →
Just wanted to let everyone know that the two open days at Vivian and Ed Merrin’s gardens are now passed. The last one was on the 31st July, I didn’t attend the latter, but the first in May was very nice. I’m certain there’ll be a chance to see the fabulous Merrin garden next year. So, save the date: sometime in 2012 (likely summer) at Ed Merrin’s NY gardens.
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Ed Merrin's 'Perfection of the Finite' — cheaper...
If you’re not looking for the special edition version that I posted recently (it seems to come in a nice, silk hardcover), the New York Botanical Garden has also released a non-special-edition, cheaper version of Ed Merrin’s book on flower arrangements: Perfection of the Finite. I read on Ed’s blog, that all proceeds from the sale of this book go to the New York Botanical Garden...
“With a passion for nature, the discerning eye of an art dealer, and a childlike sense of wonder and…” http://t.co/UsuyKgE
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With a passion for nature, the discerning eye of an art dealer, and a childlike...
– The New York Botanical Garden’s publication Perfection of the Finite, by Ed Merrin
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Perfection of the Finite by Ed Merrin →
The new book, “Perfection of the Finite”, on flower arrangements by none other than Ed Merrin has hit bookstores. Or, at least in this case, the New York Botanical Garden’s bookstore.
Ed Merrin has been a long-time philanthropist, but also — together with his wife, Vivian, they’ve been avid gardeners and florists.
I haven’t had a chance to get my hands on the book...
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RT @NYBG: Don’t forget! Tomorrow food trucks meet flamenco at @nybg Waterlily Concert! http://bit.ly/nX48qp (cc: @schnitznthings @gcnyc1 …
RT @NYBG: Water lilies!! RT @NYCAntipodean: @NYBG I just got my hands on a 50mm macro lens - what will be in bloom this weekend?
Invitation from Ed Merrin – Waterlily Concerts: TONIGHT (4th), August 11th and 18th http://t.co/G0zSbGl @NYBG
July 2011
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Great article by @NYTimes: In New York, the Suddenly Buff #Prewar #Building - http://nyti.ms/rpRYBI featuring #Merrin #art #dealer
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Cuban eatery Havana Central goes suburban |... →
Jeremy Merrin’s fabulous new business. Jeremy is the son of Edward Merrin, of the Merrin Gallery in New York.
June 2011
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I was particularly moved when Ed Merrin spoke from the heart about JDC and...
– I was particularly moved when Ed Merrin spoke from the heart about JDC and shared his firm belief that in tough economic times, leaders lead. Ed significantly increased his Annual Board Fund gift, as did Irv Smokler, Nancy Grand, Jacky Schimmel, Andrew Tisch, and other lay leaders during or just...
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Ed Merrin's Flower Arrangements →
An avid philanthropist, Ed Merrin also devotes a lot of his time on flower arrangements and garden design. “The New York Botanic Gardens is publishing a book on the arrangement of flowers by Ed Merrin with photos by Ismael Ramirez. This volume will be the start of a series of publications. It will be available in August 2011, to hit book stores for the full run for the Christmas season...
May 2011
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Massive Statue of King Tut’s Grandfather Unearthed... →
April 2011
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RT @DOROTUSA: Help DOROT win The Eisner Prize, vote today http://bit.ly/jFtaeW Please RT
Merrins make top donors list with $30m gift to... →
The Tufts Daily blog posts on Ed Merrin’s donation to Tufts.
When Miniature Means Monumental - At Edward... →
“Miniatures with monumental presence are what Edward Merrin pursued for an exhibition and sale of mostly ancient amulets, votive figures, tomb objects, vessel decorations, tool handles, weights and a…
Edward Merrin Presents Gleaming Jewelry From Three... →
Ever wished to know what it would have felt like to be Cleopatra? In November 1987, the Merrin Gallery, directed by Edward Merrin, held an exhibit on wearable ancient jewelry from the ancient and pre-Columbian Columbia. (Pun intended.) Edward Merrin was the lead of the show, and he told the New York Times:
“Even in antiquity gold was precious and was used sparingly,” Mr. Merrin said....
RT @SamMerrin: Full details of the Maya war vase of the Fenton school (unknown artist) http://t.co/M5hGraz also seen at @britishmuseum @ …
March 2011
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NY Botanic Gardens - Gardens of the Alhambra &... →
A feature on the New York Botanic Gardens website about Spain’s magical gardens in the city of Alhambra, features mention of Vivian & Edward Merrin’s involvement.
February 2011
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Edward H. and Vivian Merrin—$30.2 million to Tufts University. Edward Merrin, an...
– Slate 60: The largest American charitable contributions of the year. - Compiled by the Chronicle of Philanthropy - Slate Magazine
America's Biggest Donors - Edward Merrin in The... →
Edward Merrin was recently interviewed for a Chronicle of Philanthropy story. It ran in yesterday’s online edition of the publication concerning Edward Merrin’s support Tufts’ scholarship fund. On the matter of what form donations to educational institutions usually take, he was quoted as saying:
“There are a group of people who give to have their names on buildings, and that’s...
RT @Philanthropy: College Gifts Increased Slightly in 2010 http://ht.ly/1b95r7
Details of Ed Merrin’s financial support of research and aid programs at Tufts University and New York University’s me…http://lnkd.in/u4M-cU
Updates: Winter & Ed Merrin →
Highlights of the Edward Merrin Blog over the past several months include a look at Edward’s beginnings as an art dealer starting out in New York, as well as his breakthrough and success.
The story…
January 2011
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If there weren’t already enough weather ‘reports’ on Twitter: I’ll bring up the cloudiness in Manhattan this morning.
RT @Philanthropy: Why a Missouri official told a nonprofit it had to shut down. A must-read for all nonprofits http://ht.ly/3MssK
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What do you know about Ed Merrin?
This blog aims to be one of the best sources of information on former antiquities dealer, and current philanthropist, Ed Merrin.
However, it is suggested to visit and follow Ed Merrin’s Twitter to receive more updates and news, such as recent articles on various blogs, in newspapers such as The New York Times, and whenever professional profiles such as LinkedIn are updated with new...
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Samuel Merrin's Personal Favorites - Flickr →
About this Maya battle vase:
Merrin Gallery on YouTube, a video of Samuel Merrin’s favorite Maya vase in 360°. Detailed specifications and dimensions of the vase on The Merrin Gallery’s Official…
The Merrin Gallery’s Manta profile has been updated to include new information on The Merrin Gallery: http://t.co/uOg3KlS via @manta
Edward Merrin's $30 million gift caps off year of... →
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RT @climbhacker: Ancient artifacts Meet Modern Art at the New Mexico History Museum, opening 24th May http://bit.ly/icJBuv
Edward Merrin Marks 60th Tufts Reunion with $30... →
Edward Merrin served on the Tufts board of trustees from 1980 to 1991 and was subsequently elected trustee emeritus. During his term, Edward Merrin also served as National Chairman of the Annual Fund…
Edward Merrin: Revisiting African Art at the University of Missouri http://lnkd.in/aU7bab