Date: September 15, 2008

On Saturday, November 1, Weir Farm National Historic Site will host a hands-on stone wall repair workshop. Participants will begin the day at 9:00 a.m. at Weir Farm National Historic Site (735 Nod Hill Road, Wilton), with a park ranger-led discussion about the significance of stone walls as landscape features at the site and in the region. The workshop will continue with a demonstration of stone wall construction, followed by the opportunity for participants to try their own hand at wall repair. If you have always been curious to learn how the stone walls in New England were made, or wish to know more about how to care for walls on your property, this is a perfect opportunity.

Participants should bring work gloves, sturdy footwear, clothing that is appropriate for outdoor work and a brown bag lunch. Drinking water will be provided. Families are welcome. Participation is limited to 20 people. For more information or to register for the workshop, please contact Weir Farm National Historic Site at (203) 544-9829, x 11 by Friday, October 31, 2008. There is no fee to participate in the workshop.