In the summer of 1882, American Impressionist painter J. Alden Weir boarded a train from New York bound for his modest farm among rolling hills in Branchville, Connecticut. Far from the commotion of the city, Weir and his family transformed their summer retreat into a creative refuge for friends and fellow artists. After Weir, Sculptor Mahonri Young and painter Sperry Andrews followed, and continued a legacy of artistic expression at Weir Farm that still inspires today.
WILTON/RIDGEFIELD - Stephen Henderson is a fine artist working with mixed media in collage, watercolors, oils and acrylics. His work as an artist has grown out of a long-standing interest in archaeology, art history and the study of cultures and…
Read More »Weir Farm National Historical Park 2023 Year in Review 2023 By the Numbers 36,313 Park visitors 9,701 followers on Instagram 6,259 followers on Facebook 6,066 viewed exhibits in the Visitor Center 4,958 visited the Weir & Young Studios …
Read More »The Friends of Weir Farm invites kids of all ages to Bring Your Teddy Bear to the Park for a pop-in event on Sunday October 22nd from 11am to 1pm, featuring giant 5-foot-tall teddy bear, J. Alden Bear, fun bear-themed activities, crafts, and photo…
Read More »Weir Farm Virtual Art in the Park Contest Join us in celebrating creativity by submitting a work of art to Weir Farm National Historical Park’s Annual Art in the Park Contest and online exhibit. All artists and visitors, from beginner to…
Read More »A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 37,977 visitors to Weir Farm National Historical Park in 2022 spent $2,508,000 in communities near the park. That spending supported 27 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the…
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Read More »Art-Nature Journaling Workshop with Leslie Carone Saturday August 5, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Register now for this this beginner-friendly, mixed-media course, you'll learn how to look closely and creatively document the natural world around you…
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Read More »Artmaking for Wellness with Art in Common Saturday, August 12th, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Join us for some outdoor collage-making and to learn more about the benefits of creating art in nature. Licensed Art Therapist Aimee Jette with Art in Common will…
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Read More »Exploring Stone Walls Ranger-Guided Tour Saturday, July 1 at 9:30 am Join Ranger Tom on a stroll through the fields of Weir Farm to examine the three different types of stone walls on the property and learn about their rich history. This program…
Read More »June and July Programs Sign up for a free art class or special program today, and stay tuned for our next newsletter coming out July 10th when we open registration for August programs. Learn more about regularly scheduled programs and hours -…
Read More »Now accepting submissions for this year's Art in the Park Contest! Weir Farm Virtual Art in the Park Contest Join us in celebrating creativity by submitting a work of art to Weir Farm National Historical Park’s Annual Art in the Park…
Read More »Calling Local Artists! NEW Opportunity to connect with your peers - Weir Farm Artist Collective Next Gathering June 8, 10:00 am The Park is offering a new opportunity for local artists to connect and share during monthly gatherings, led by…
Read More »Weir Farm Welcomes Diego Juarez as June 2023 Artist-in-Residence Diego Juarez is a visual artist, curator and writer from San Pedro, CA, currently working in Waltham, MA. His practice spans painting, poetry, printmaking, and drawing. “The…
Read More »Kids to Park Day with Friends of Weir Farm This Saturday 1-4pm May 20th is a great day to bring your kids to Weir Farm NHP! The Friends of Weir Farm will join the National Park Trust’s Kids to Parks Day of celebration to encourage kids and…
Read More »Formal Art Classes - Registration Required Artmaking for Wellness with Art in Common Sunday June 4, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Join us for outdoor collage-making and learn more about the benefits of creating art in nature. Licensed Art Therapist Aimee…
Read More »Weir Farm Welcomes 'Amanda Parry Oglesbee' as May 2023 Artist-in-Residence A graduate of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and of Alfred University, Amanda Parry Oglesbee has been painting for over 50 years. Her recent work includes…
Read More »With the 2023 season fast approaching, Weir Farm is seeking friendly, reliable people interested in working with the public to provide the best possible experience to park visitors through the Volunteers-In-Parks (VIP) program. Hours are flexible…
Read More »WILTON/RIDGEFIELD– Weir Farm National Historical Park is pleased to announce six artists selected for the 2023 Artist-in-Residence Program. May - Amanda Parry Oglesbee Public Open Studio Program May 20; 10:30 – 12:00 June -…
Read More »2022 Year in Review 2022 By the Numbers 37,977 Park visitors 9,301 followers on Instagram 6,506 viewed exhibits in the visitor center 5,634 followers on Facebook 4,949 visited the Weir & Young Studios 4,256 hours contributed by…
Read More »Weir Farm Seasonal Maintenace Worker Job Posting Open for Applications Assist with preservation and maintenance of Weir Farm's historic buildings and landscape while gaining valuable experience with the National Park Service! How to Apply:…
Read More »"The Open Barway," J. Alden Weir, oil on canvas, ca. 1910-1919. Gift of The William B. Carlin Trust and the family of William B. Carlin. Weir Farm National Historical Park is pleased to announce the receipt of five important works of art created…
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