Weir Farm National Historical Park is a national historical park run by the National Park Service in Connecticut.
In the park service’s words
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.
From the National Park Service (public domain).
Things to do
- Take a Guided Tour at Weir Farm (10 to 60 Minutes): Tour the landscape that inspired three generations of artists. Guided tours include historic painting sites, stone walls, and a pond in addition to tours of the wildly artistic Weir House, Weir Studio and Young Studio.
- Become a Weir Farm Junior Ranger (15 to 120 Minutes): Weir Farm National Historical Park is a fun place for kids to explore and learn! Complete one of the following activities during your next visit to the park to earn a Junior Ranger badge. Complete more than one to earn a special Junior Ranger patch. Junior Ranger activities can be picked up at the Burlingham House Visi
- Visit the Burlingham House Visitor Center (15 to 60 Minutes): When visiting Weir Farm National Historical Park, stop by the Burlingham House Visitor Center to talk with rangers, explore museum exhibits, watch the park film, or visit the Eastern National Park Store. There's something for everyone at the visitor center!
- Art in the Park (15 to 120 Minutes): Enjoy the artistic legacy that is that is the hallmark of Weir Farm. Or Take Part in Art by creating your own artwork in a place that has inspired thousands of painters for more than 130 years.
- Take a Self-Guided Tour of Weir Farm (30 to 120 Minutes): Stroll through gardens and grounds, complete with beautiful stone walls, and come away with ideas for landscaping your own corner of the world. Pick up self-guided brochures at the self-serve kiosks in the parking lot and on the visitor center porch.
- Walk to Weir Pond (30 to 90 Minutes): Numerous hiking trails enable you to explore the woods, open fields, and pond at Weir Farm. You’ll quickly discover the painterly landscape that has attracted artists to this property for more than 130 years. Julian Alden Weir authorized the construction of Weir Pond in 1896 using prize money won from a Boston Art Club
Fees and hours
Entrance fee: No entrance fee.
Hours: Daily, Sunrise to Sunset. Park grounds, trails and parking lot are open everyday from Sunrise to Sunset.
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
| Airport | City | Drive to the park | Straight-line miles | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westchester County Airport (HPN) | White Plains, NY | No road route | 19 | Regional |
| Tweed New Haven Airport (HVN) | New Haven, CT | No road route | 29 | Regional |
| Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) | Islip, NY | No road route | 37 | Regional |
| LaGuardia Airport (LGA) | New York, NY | No road route | 40 | Large hub |
Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.
Miles are straight-line distances.
Visitor centers
- Burlingham House Visitor Center: Mon Closed; Tue Closed; Wed 10:00AM - 4:00PM; Thu 10:00AM - 4:00PM; Fri 10:00AM - 4:00PM; Sat 10:00AM - 4:00PM; Sun 10:00AM - 4:00PM. 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
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 40 F. Storms and colder weather are possible. Spring: Temperatures average from 30 F to 70 F. Rain is common. Summer: Temperatures average from 60 F to 85 F. High humidity is common in July and August. Fall: Temperatures average from 35 F to 75 F. Foliage season runs from mid-September to mid-to-late October.
From the National Park Service (public domain).
Know before you go
Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.
Nearby
The nearest national park is Shenandoah, about 321 miles away in a straight line.
Sources
Last checked 1 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an entrance fee at Weir Farm National Historical Park?
No entrance fee.
Where is Weir Farm National Historical Park?
In Connecticut. The closest airport with scheduled flights is Westchester County Airport, about 19 miles away.
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