Mercer Botanic Gardens

Category: Botanical garden

Address: 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, TX 77338, USA

Phone: +17132744160

Opening hours

Sunday: 8AM–8PM

Monday: 8AM–8PM

Tuesday: 8AM–8PM

Wednesday: 8AM–8PM

Thursday: 8AM–8PM

Friday: 8AM–8PM

Saturday: 8AM–8PM

Reviews

ejune03

May 25, 2022

Was traveling through Texas from Oklahoma and we were going to go to the Houston Botanic gardens but saw this one was free. My mom was sceptical about this place but it blew our minds. The place is absolutely beautiful and so grand in size. We just kept walking and there was more and more to see. I definitely recommend coming here to walk around, and even a great place to take pictures. Farther back is a pond with many benches and in the water was dozens on turtles, it was so neat to see the turtles swim up to you. Close enough to definitely touch. Very cool place. I haven't seen anything like this on this scale in Oklahoma before, so I definitely recommend coming.

Alfa Alfa

Apr 29, 2022

The best Nature walk with local plants and flowers with a beautiful settings and ever expanding paths. Perfect place to spend truly memorable quality time with family members and loved ones. My personal favorite is the tranquility that I feel in the new addition with the large pond with wind chimes, turtles and fish and never ending bird songs. In the weekend afternoons you may have to maneuver through the photographers taking pictures of lovers, expecting mothers, quinceaneras and college graduates. But usually through out the week so much quieter.

Chris Summers

Apr 19, 2022

This is a lovely botanic garden with everything from typical garden flowers to tropical and even some you might find in the desert. Everything is identified with small signs. On the day I went it had rained earlier so the plants all had misty droplets of water on them.

Amber Vecchio

Apr 15, 2022

Mercer Botanic Gardens is a delight to visit. It is well kept and gorgeous. It has a wide variety of plants and flowers. And there is no fee to visit. Be prepared to take dozens of photos.

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Questions & Answers

Has the side with the trails opened up from the flood yet

Deanna Ahmann | Apr 14, 2018
Christopher Martinez | Apr 15, 2018

Yes it has

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Is this place kid friendly?

Jeren Blea | Apr 14, 2019
Max Rome | Apr 15, 2019

Yes, nice play area for kids as well nice clear trails

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Is the parking free here?

tareq hossain | Apr 14, 2019
Na'Tasha Miller | Apr 15, 2019

Yes.

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Can a baby shower be held here?

Ashley plummer | Apr 13, 2020
Thomas Harper | Apr 14, 2020

Very nice park great for walking and photography!

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Are there bluebonnets in the park this year?

Patricia Pell | Apr 14, 2019
Disabled Dave | Apr 15, 2019

Just started

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Is there an entrance fee? How much are tickets?

Fernando Gonzalez (Jay) | Apr 14, 2019
Gabby J | Apr 15, 2019

its free!

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Are dogs aloud?

Brittney Yargo | Apr 14, 2019
Greg Von Rump | Apr 15, 2019

Yes, they have to be on leashed. But on the arboretum side only. Dogs aren't allowed in the gardens.

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Can we make a reservation for a family function in the picnic area? The covered pavilion....

Theresa Elder | Apr 14, 2018
Rose Belzung | Apr 15, 2018

Call the hcp4 reservations number to find out

Are the blue bonnets in bloom now.

BIG EAZIE OUT THAT BVP | Apr 6, 2022
Marc Dimas | Apr 7, 2022

Yes , blooming now

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My brother wants to propose to his gf can we do a engagement proposal in here? We want to use balloons roses and a speaker to play a song

Stephany | Apr 14, 2019
Forrest Plumm | Apr 15, 2019

It does not allow balloons into the Arboretum, nor the Botanical Garden.

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Can a minister marry my fiancé and I there?

Cynthia C | Apr 14, 2018
Jorge O Cotte | Apr 15, 2018

Spring is around the corner and it will be a great setting for any and many...

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Are we able to take do photo sessions there ?

Serina Gonzalez | Apr 14, 2018
Cece | Apr 15, 2018

Yes, West side is open. The majority of photo shoots take place on the East side which does not re-open until March 17th

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Are the gardens open back up yet? Would like to go today.

Tamara Posey | Apr 14, 2018
June McFadden | Apr 15, 2018

The garden side will be open to the public at 10 a.m. on March 17. This is also the date of their annual March Mart sale. Card carrying members of The Mercer Society will be allowed in the gates at 8 a.m. Admission to the park and parking are always free. If you have a wagon or cart bring it with you. It sure makes it easier to get your plants back to your car.

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Can you paint here?

Ayden Calip wade | Mar 23, 2022
Kimberley Lauve | Mar 24, 2022

You mean paint in canvas or something in park? I would think so but I am not sure.

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Is it free to visit? If not how much is it?

Danjr zone | Dec 14, 2021
Melissa Gregory | Dec 15, 2021

Yes it's free, but does have limited hours in the winter, I believe they extend in summer

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can i buy plants

Rica Tittsworth | Nov 14, 2021
Ann Waite | Nov 15, 2021

They have a very giant plant sale a couple times a year. I also know that pre-covid there was a little shop that also sold plants. And I believe that it is still up and running, I'm just not 100% positive.

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How much are paid up front just to go passion

Josue Larios | Sep 15, 2021
Miguel Marban | Sep 16, 2021

It's free

Can you take professional photos? Is there an entrance fee or parking fee ?

Yesi Acosta | May 18, 2021
Jessie Phillips | May 19, 2021

No parking fee or entrance fee. Photos you must go inside an read something before taking pictures professionally.

Are there passion flowers in these gardens??

TyLord | Apr 13, 2020
Oli Galdamez | Apr 14, 2020

There are!! :D

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Is it wheelchair accessible?

Ann D | Apr 13, 2020
Gilberto Palacios | Apr 14, 2020

Very accessible! Mostly everything is pretty flat and there are designed parking spots next to entrance

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Do I have to make reservations to go here if I just want to walk around?

Misty Trapp | Apr 13, 2020
addedah chohan | Apr 14, 2020

nope!

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I'm looking at botanical garden venues for my wedding. Do y'all allow small ceremonies?

kristen gifford | Apr 13, 2020
Samantha Alvarez | Apr 14, 2020

That I'm not sure of

Can we take pictures anywhere?or is there a surtand area?

ruth. t | Apr 13, 2020
Liuba De La Luna | Apr 14, 2020

Anywhere except stepping in the flower beds

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Can you have a small gathering here for birthday.

Amber | Apr 14, 2019
Don Sam | Apr 15, 2019

Yes

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Do you think they will allow breastfeeding photography session on property?

Danielle Bubenik | Apr 14, 2019
Liz & Dru | Apr 15, 2019

I don't see why not, breastfeeding isn't against the law. I think it would be beautiful!

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Do they allow photo sessions here?

Chameleon Tea | Apr 14, 2019
Terry Ford | Apr 15, 2019

Yes!

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Are small dogs on leashes allowed

Tom Simmons | Apr 14, 2018
Oscar Perez | Apr 15, 2018

Yes

Did the hours change because of Covid?

Jenny Rose | Mar 14, 2022
Andrea Gonzalez | Mar 15, 2022

Right now I believe they close at 5pm and open at 8am

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Which entrance do I use to get to the best side of the park easily? I have an infant with me so can't walk too much with a stroller.

Osama Adil | Nov 14, 2021
jo joe | Nov 15, 2021

If you're speaking about the best side that I indicated in my answer that would be the West side with the trails and the playground areas are. To get there if you're heading south on Aldine Westfield it will be to your right. Across the street to your left will be the east side where the botanical gardens and flowers are located

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Are you allowed to take rocks from the trails? Not from the flower beds.

Alex Navarro | Jun 17, 2021
SHUN Don Duce bin Laden | Jun 18, 2021

Seriously doubt it..

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Does anyone know if there’s any pets aloud in this park??

adriana ramirez | Apr 13, 2021
E FALCON | Apr 14, 2021

On a leash only

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Are there any picnic tables?

Ann Lee | Apr 13, 2021
Amedeo Petrocco | Apr 14, 2021

Not in the gardens, I don't think so but there are a few picnic areas, a pavilion, and a playground area with tables and benches next door in the Arboretum.

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Are there benches along the path and if so how far apart?

Munchy Boy | Apr 13, 2021
Asiya Ahmed | Apr 14, 2021

There are bench swings, but they are not close to each other, they are in random spots throughout the gardens.

How much the entrance fee?

Jesus Castillo | Apr 13, 2020
M M | Apr 14, 2020

Free....Just need to be willing to walk about 3 miles. Very BEAUTIFUL

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Does this place have many birds to see.

Jay Patel | Apr 13, 2020
Manuel | Apr 14, 2020

Would say it is average amount birds, for wooded area. Being in the middle of a lot of roads, maybe this keeps bird population down

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Are dogs allow ?

AURORA FEDE | Apr 13, 2020
Liz Arguedas COACH | Apr 14, 2020

Yes, with their respective strap.

Will the garden be open this Thanksgiving day 11-28-19? And what time, please? Thank you.

audrey nguyen | Apr 13, 2020
William Viverette | Apr 14, 2020

No. From their website: Mercer is open daily except for, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

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I want to go today is free admission. Or not.?

Bellatrix Gmz | Apr 13, 2020
Disabled Dave | Apr 14, 2020

Yes

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Is this free?

Hajrah y | Apr 13, 2020
sloshedmrbones | Apr 14, 2020

Yes the garden is free, however, if you want to do a photoshoot for a wedding, or something like that. You have to get a permit from them to do so. Walk around and enjoy the beauty all you want though.

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Can you fish here?

H P | Apr 13, 2020
Joyce Wayne | Apr 14, 2020

No

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Story costs the entrance? Or is it free?

Melissa Z. | Apr 13, 2020
Justan White | Apr 14, 2020

No, parking is completely free!

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Is there a list of the various birds that may be seen and what time of year they have been spotted?

Lisa Moguel | Apr 13, 2020
Athena Squyres | Apr 14, 2020

No

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Would my prom group be able to take photos here?

Ajoa Etwi | Apr 13, 2020
reese martin | Apr 14, 2020

Yes, there were several there when I last went.

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do we need to pay to enter?

ruth. t | Apr 14, 2019
Cody Freile | Apr 15, 2019

Entry is free of charge. The hours of operation are; March 19 – Sept. 30: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 1 – Nov. 4: 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5 – March 18: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Is there a change to get in?

Monica Mosley | Apr 14, 2019
Disabled Dave | Apr 15, 2019

Free

Is it free or it cost money if so how much?

Rianna Anderson | Apr 14, 2019
Amanda Feuerborn | Apr 15, 2019

It's free

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When does the plant sale happen this year?

Anthony Perry | Apr 14, 2019
Amanda Feuerborn | Apr 15, 2019

March 15th and 16th

Is anything on the east side open, such as the visitor center and gift shop or is the east side completely closed?

Fiona Williams | Apr 14, 2019
Amanda Feuerborn | Apr 15, 2019

When I was there Saturday it was closed

Can we bring dogs

Chepy | Apr 14, 2019
Perla Gutierrez | Apr 15, 2019

Not in the actual garden but across the street where there is a trail and playground for kids yes

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Are there any Christmas decorations up yet? I would like to have a holiday photoshoot

T k | Apr 14, 2019
Seek Truth it's the way | Apr 15, 2019

Yes

Morning, do u have a Christmas time theme or lught display at all?

Brianne Arraez | Apr 14, 2019
Jeremy Buchheit | Apr 15, 2019

Dec8 there is a holiday themed event taking place. I'm not sure if it light or decorations or religious in nature

Are dogs allowed here

Byron Gunter | Apr 14, 2019
Colleen P | Apr 15, 2019

Only on the west side, the side with the walking trail. Not on the east side the side with all the flowers.

What are the hours?

John Engel | Apr 14, 2019
Natalie Bowman | Apr 15, 2019

I believe it is 8am until 7:30pm but they try to get everyone out around 7ish.

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Facebook hours say closed at 5pm this site say 730pm. What time does this close?

John Engel | Apr 14, 2019
Pat Foerg | Apr 15, 2019

Dawn to Dusk

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Is the very back of the garden (the turtle pond) still closed?

Andrea Trinidad | Apr 14, 2019
Janet Dumas | Apr 15, 2019

Yes

Is there someone who can take family photos or do I have to bring a photographer?

Christiee Rea | Apr 14, 2019
Bo Ernest | Apr 15, 2019

Take a photographer ....

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Can I have a small private wedding here ? Would I need to get permission or anything or can me, my groom, our offiant and 9 guest just show up and have a wedding ?

Rachael | Apr 14, 2019
Jim Rogers | Apr 15, 2019

You can get permission from the park rangers. I had my reception on the west side last year. It was great!

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the library is open?

marie storie | Apr 14, 2019
Mayra Aguilar | Apr 15, 2019

Yes. However they are temporary in a small room inside the Mercer Arboretum since the building was damaged by the hurricane last year.

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Are dogs allowed on leash? I am seeing some conflicting answers in the comments section below.

Krissy Holladay | Apr 14, 2019
Whumper Doodles | Apr 15, 2019

I have not seen dogs in the cultured part of the Botanical Garden. I have seen dogs on leash on the part that doesn't have the cultured flowers.

Does it still close at 8pm?

Denise Hernandez | Apr 14, 2019
Larry | Apr 15, 2019

Mercer's Hours: March 19-Sept. 30: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Oct. 1 - Nov. 4: 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Nov. 5-March 18: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Can we have pictures taken?

Yenia Bolanos | Apr 14, 2019
Raymond Scheel (Ray) | Apr 15, 2019

There are fees for professional photo shoots. Contact the park through the official website for more information.

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Does it have any bike trails? And, can photo sessions take place there?

Jessica Bautista | Apr 14, 2019
Marc Gunn | Apr 15, 2019

Photo sessions are allowed but youvare requiref to check in with one of the staff. It is also a suggestion to donate something to the park if you are using the park for a session that someone is making money off of. Be aware that there are usually 4 or 5 photographers there so it is sort of like dancing a ballet, making sure everyone isnt in everyone's way. Bike trails may be available afross the street.

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Can you ride bikes?

Steven Mata | Apr 14, 2019
Courtney Bell | Apr 15, 2019

There are two sides of the park. in the gardens, no you cannot ride a bike Across the street in the park, yes you can

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How much would it cost to exchange vows in the park

Annabella Suggs | Apr 14, 2019
Foxx allthewayoff | Apr 15, 2019

I would call and ask someone who works in the gardens to be 100% sure before planning something like this.

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pets can be brought

Keren Y Emanuel González. | Apr 14, 2018
Yolanda Rodríguez | Apr 15, 2018

Yes you can. There are games for the children.

Can I have a photography session in the evening on the East side? It is closed after 5, which is the best time!

Zoha Nasizadeh | Apr 14, 2019
Omar Liscano | Apr 15, 2019

Until what hours is it open on these dates?

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Has anyone done engagement photos there? If so do we need a permit? Cost? Need to make reservations?

Adriene Bodin | Apr 14, 2018
Oscar Perez | Apr 15, 2018

Better you go to the office I think are some restrictions

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Does anyone know if they will be open either today Good Friday or Easter Sunday?

Nelda Lerma | Apr 14, 2018
Oscar Perez | Apr 15, 2018

Yes every day so far

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Are tai chi classes still offered? If so when and what time? Thanks for the help

Maria Wade | Apr 14, 2018
B Campbell | Apr 15, 2018

I did not see anything that would indicate they had classes.

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Do you have to pay to get in here , is everything recovered from Harvey ?

Cassandra Espinoza | Apr 14, 2018
Stephanie Howlett | Apr 15, 2018

Yes free, but no, everything is not recovered from Harvey. Many of the garden displays have been redone, but it will take a long while to re-design the entire park to be more floor resistant. They are trying to use funds wisely.

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Price of admission?

Oceane Brieze | Apr 14, 2018
June McFadden | Apr 15, 2018

The price of any county park, including Mercer is always free. It is paid for with your tax dollars. Both sides of the park are now open. The front portion of the gardens is absolutely gorgeous. The azaleas and camellias are in full bloom. There is a sea of purple pansies planted in the beds going to the gazebo and a huge row of kale planted in the beds leading to the tree house offices. Best of all, the outdoor bathrooms

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I've been call but no answer i have some question about taking pictures and reservation.

Mari lozano | Apr 14, 2018
Stephanie Howlett | Apr 15, 2018

Keep in mind that you are just getting public opinion here. Keep trying to call and get an answer from a real employee. You can also call the precinct parks answer line.281 353 8100.

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Do the bike trails you can access from Mercer Park open at 8am as well?

A Sal | Apr 14, 2018
Matthew Williams | Apr 15, 2018

Yes

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Hi.I am the hostess for a meditation event here in houston and would like to make at your garden.Are there any facilities available to stay overnight from friday to sunday? Thank you.

Milexis Torres | Apr 14, 2018
John W | Apr 15, 2018

There are other local places to stay the night, just not at Mercer Botanic Gardens.

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Is the libary open

drippyadr1an n (drippyadr1an.) | Apr 14, 2018
A Carlton | Apr 15, 2018

No yet

Any ideas on when the garden will be opened again?

MoonChild93 | Apr 14, 2018
Jorge O Cotte | Apr 15, 2018

Partially at the end of March... On going and improving for a while... Hopefully will look cool nby spring

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is this a state park

Dylan Renna | Apr 14, 2018
A Carlton | Apr 15, 2018

No

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Are you open?

lilibetsy | Apr 14, 2018
Kara Norwood | Apr 15, 2018

The picnic area on the west side of Aldine Westfield is open. The botanic gardens on the east side of Aldine Westfield is still closed temporarily due to Hurricane Harvey.

Any word on when the gardens will re open?

Garrett Moore | Apr 14, 2018
A Carlton | Apr 15, 2018

Commissioner will do a ribbon cut to reopen it on March 17.

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Anyone know if the garden's are open now?

ebe q | Apr 14, 2018
Shradha Mahajan | Apr 15, 2018

They are open but the east side is closed for restoration from Hurricane Harvey.

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Has it been re-opened yet?

marco rios | Apr 14, 2018
michael dixon | Apr 15, 2018

Not sure. Try calling their phone number

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Are they open

Tina Johnson | Apr 14, 2018
YBN McFadden | Apr 15, 2018

Ooh no So everything Inside Was destroyed By Harvey??

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Are the trails open yet

Deanna Ahmann | Apr 14, 2018
Jacqueline Beach | Apr 15, 2018

Last I heard almost everything was washed away.. ??

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