September 15, 2008
Stone Wall Workshop
On Saturday, September 27, Weir Farm National Historic Site will host a hands-on stone wall repair workshop in celebration of National Public Lands Day.

September 01, 2008
Jazz in the Garden
Sunday, September 7, 2008:  Outdoor concert featuring Chris Brubeck and Friends.  Benefits the Weir Farm Art Center.  There is no parking available at Weir Farm National Historic Site for the concert.  All attendees must park at the Branchville Elementary School, located at 40 Florida Road off Route 102 in Ridgefield, and ride the free shuttle to Weir Farm National Historic Site.  Shuttles will run continuously from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm

August 05, 2008
Preservation and Protection Art Exhibit
The National Park Service presents and exhibition of artwork from the collection including works by J. Alden Weir, his father Robert Walter Weir, Mahonri Young and Weir's daughters Caroline Weir Ely and Dorothy Weir Young.  The exhibition will be on display until February 1, 2009.

May 24, 2008
Botanical Drawing Workshop
Capture Weir Farm National Historic Site Gardens in Bloom this June! Renowned botanical artist, Wendy Hollender to lead two day workshop.  Illustration techniques and botanical drawing history will be covered in both classroom and garden settings.

May 24, 2008
National Trails Day
On Saturday, June 7, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Weir Farm National Historic Site, in cooperation with the Ridgefield Conservation Commission and the Norwalk River Watershed Association (NRWA), will celebrate National Trails Day with a guided hike through the many trails of the NRWA trail network.

May 01, 2008
Take Part in Art
Beginning Saturday, May 3, visitors will have the opportunity to experience first-hand the fun of plein air painting while becoming a part of a unique and enduring artistic tradition.  Be creative, be inspired, and "Take Part in Art" at Weir Farm National Historic Site every Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00 PM, May through October.

April 20, 2008
Spring Bird Walk
Naturalist Frank Gallo of New Canaan will lead the annual Spring Bird Walk in the Weir Preserve adjacent to Weir Farm National Historic Site on Sunday, May 4, beginning at 7:30 AM.

April 19, 2008
National Park Week 2008
Saturday, April 19 marked the beginning of National Park Week, our nation's annual celebration of its magnificent natural landscapes and diverse cultural heritage.  This year's theme, "Kids in Parks," reflects the National Park Service's commitment to encouraging young people to enjoy outdoor recreation and better appreciate our Nation's beauty and history.