Fodor's Expert Review Professor Mer House

Rosh Pina Historic Home

This office and house belonged to Professor Gideon Mer, a leading expert on malaria in the 1930s. Legend has it that Mer used to inject his wife and children with experimental remedies in his efforts to combat malaria in this region. (Happily, all survived.) The British were so impressed with Mer's work that they sent him to Burma to fight malaria epidemics there. Implements and household items from the early days of Rosh Pina are on display. Next door, a colorful audiovisual presentation showcases the founding of this pioneering community.

Historic Home

Quick Facts

HaRishonim St.
1200000, Israel

04-693–6603

Sight Details:
Rate Includes: NIS 25, Closed Fri. and Sat.

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