National Park Service LogoU.S. Department of the InteriorNational Park ServiceNational Park Service
National Park Service:  U.S. Department of the InteriorNational Park Service Arrowhead
Weir Farm National Historic SiteTurkeys and poults
view map
text size:largestlargernormal
printer friendly
Weir Farm National Historic Site
Things To Do
 
A ranger led tour in the fields of Weir Farm National Historic Site.
A ranger led tour in the fields of Weir Farm National Historic Site.
 

Please note:  The Weir House, Weir Studio, and Young Studio are currently undergoing restoration. Although they are not available on tour, the visitor center and grounds are still open to the public.

Tour of Weir Farm National Historic Site
An introduction to Weir Farm National Historic Site that explores the landscape and artistic legacy of the farm.

May through October:
Wednesday through Sunday at 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Friday and Sunday at 1:00 p.m.

November through April:
Thursday through Sunday at 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Friday and Sunday at 1:00 p.m.

Stone Wall Program
A guided walk through the fields of Weir Farm National Historic Site that examines the geology and agricultural history of the area.

All Year:
Thursday and Saturday at 1:00 p.m.

Painting Sites Trail Guide

This self-guiding brochure can be obtained at the
Burlingham House Visitor Center.

Exhibits

Rotating art and history exhibitions can be explored in the Burlingham House Visitor Center during regular operating hours throughout the year.

Take Part in Art

Visitors have the opportunity to experience first-hand the fun of plein air painting and sketching while becoming a part of a unique and enduring artistic tradition. 

Weekdays:
Pastels, graphite, and colored pencils will be available for free from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday through Friday.

Weekends:
Watercolor supplies will be available for free from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Saturdays in August, September, and October:
The program will feature a professional artist who will provide informal guidance and instruction to anyone interested in painting with watercolors en plein air.

Junior Ranger Activities

During visitor center hours, children can earn a Junior Ranger badge by obtaining and completing a variety of activities.

Children can choose from the Junior Ranger Activity Booklet, the Art Ranger Letterboxing Program, and the Art Ranger Pond Pack.

The Art Ranger Letterboxing Program directs children to use guided clues to navigate the landscape and locate stamps in hidden locations.  Five containers, or letterboxes, have been hidden at various locations at the farm.  For those looking for a nature walk, we have the Art Ranger Pond Pack, a backpack containing art and nature-oriented activities to complete on a hike around Weir Pond.

Outdoor Activities

Visitors can also enjoy walking, hiking, bird watching, photography, and as always, painting and sketching.  Maps and brochures are available on the porch of the Visitor Center.

Groups

If you are planning to bring a large group, please contact the site to make arrangements.  Please note that our parking lot cannot accommodate RVs or buses.

Maple Leaf
Operating Hours & Seasons
View our hours of operation
more...
Branchville Sign
Directions
Directions to Weir Farm NHS
more...
Take Part in Art
Events
Learn more about our events
more...
Map to Weir Farm NHS
Map to Weir Farm
View a map of the area
more...
Weir Studio - Photo by Peter Margonelli  

Did You Know?
Weir Farm National Historic Site is located in the historic town of Branchville, Connecticut. It was named for the "branch" of the train line that used to connect the Danbury railroad to the center of Ridgefield, Connecticut.

Last Updated: October 18, 2009 at 17:19 EST