Weir Farm National Historical Park

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A view of the south side of the Weir House with porch visable, showing a fence in front of the home
The Weir House was home to three generations of artists, beginning with Impressionist painter Julian Alden Weir in 1882.
The inside of a living room with two arm chairs and a table in between.
Weir House tours are offered seasonally, Wednesday through Sunday.
A painting of a red building with the same building in the background.
An oil painting of Weir Studio by artist Mary Burkhardt at Weir Farm National Historical Park.
The inside of a studio with several northern windows, paintings, sculptures, and art supplies.
The Young Studio has been restored to circa-1940 and is historically furnished. Mahonri Young once owned many of the furnishings and art supplies in the building.
An wooden barn with the slider door open and a wooden fence around the sides.
The Weir Barn and its outbuildings - the tack house, chicken coop, ice house, and corn crib - were crucial to the working farm.
A large still pond in the foreground reflects the tree line that rims the pond.
Weir Pond was built in 1896 after Julian Alden Weir won 1st prize at the Boston Art Club Exposition.
Photos: National Park Service

About Weir Farm National Historical Park

Visit the home and studio of America's most beloved Impressionist, J. Alden Weir, and walk in the footsteps of generations of world-class artists. Set amidst more than 60 acres of painterly woods, fields, and waterways, you’ll soon see why Weir described his home as the "Great Good Place." Weir’s farm is a national legacy to American Impressionism, the creative spirit, and historic preservation.

Quick Facts

State Connecticut
Designation National Historical Park
State Code CT
Weather Weir Farm’s grounds are open all year and each season offers a unique experience. For a comfortable visit please note the following information. Winter: Temperatures average from 20 F to…

Location & Map

Weir Farm National Historical Park is located in Connecticut.

Operating Hours

Park grounds, trails and parking lot are open everyday from Sunrise to Sunset.

Wednesday Sunrise to Sunset
Monday Sunrise to Sunset
Thursday Sunrise to Sunset
Sunday Sunrise to Sunset
Tuesday Sunrise to Sunset
Friday Sunrise to Sunset
Saturday Sunrise to Sunset

Activities

Arts and Culture Guided Tours Hands-On Citizen Science Arts and Crafts Junior Ranger Program Park Film Museum Exhibits

Getting There

If you are coming to Weir Farm National Historical Park as part of a group that will require three or more vehicles, please call in advance to arrange a group visit. Follow Route 7 the Branchville section of Ridgefield. Turn onto Route 102 West at a traffic light. Take 2nd left onto Old Branchville Road. Turn left at first stop sign onto Nod Hill Road. Follow Nod Hill Road one mile; continue straight after stop sign at Pelham Lane to 735 Nod Hill Road

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Contact & Address

Address 735 Nod Hill Road, Wilton, CT, 06897
Phone 2038341896
Email wefa_interpretation@nps.gov

Topics & Themes

Arts Painting Sculpture Farming and Agriculture Schools and Education Women's History Animals Natural Sounds

Things To Do

Take a Guided Tour at Weir Farm

Take a Guided Tour at Weir Farm

Tour the landscape that inspired three generations of artists. Guided tours include historic painting sites, stone walls, and a pond…

Become a Weir Farm Junior Ranger

Become a Weir Farm Junior Ranger

Weir Farm National Historical Park is a fun place for kids to explore and learn! Complete one of the following…

Visit the Burlingham House Visitor Center

Visit the Burlingham House Visitor Center

When visiting Weir Farm National Historical Park, stop by the Burlingham House Visitor Center to talk with rangers, explore museum…

Art in the Park

Art in the Park

Enjoy the artistic legacy that is that is the hallmark of Weir Farm. Or Take Part in Art by creating your own…

Take a Self-Guided Tour of Weir Farm

Take a Self-Guided Tour of Weir Farm

Stroll through gardens and grounds, complete with beautiful stone walls, and come away with ideas for landscaping your own corner…

Walk to Weir Pond

Walk to Weir Pond

Numerous hiking trails enable you to explore the woods, open fields, and pond at Weir Farm. You’ll quickly discover the…

Visitor Centers

Burlingham House Visitor Center

The Burlingham House Visitor Center bears the name of Julian Alden Weir's youngest daughter, Cora Weir Burlingham, who lived in this house from 1931 to…

Hours: The Burlingham Visitor Center is open seasonally. 2025 hours: May: Open weekends from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm June through October: Open Wednesday through Sunday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

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