Designed and preserved by artists, Weir Farm National Historic Site welcomes everyone to experience the power of creativity, art, and nature. Escape to the only national park dedicated to American painting and rediscover the beauty of light and color in everyday life.

Weir Farm National Historic Site was home to three generations of American artists:

1. Julian Alden Weir- a leading figure in American art and the development of American Impressionism

2. Dorothy Weir Young (Julian’s daughter) and her husband Mahonri Young

3. Sperry and Doris Andrews

The 60 acres of beautiful landscape have inspired artists for more than 130 years

Artwork by Julian Weir

Julian Weir Paintings:

Artwork by Dorothy Weir Young

Artwork by Mahonri Young, Dorothy’s husband

Artwork by Doris Andrews

Artwork by Sperry Andrews

What will you see at Weir Farm, the only national park in Connecticut and a national historic site?

The Artist in Residence program (AIR) selects twelve artists to live and work at Weir Farm each year. To date, 179 artists from throughout the U.S., as well as Tunisia, Germany, Australia, England, India, South Africa and The Netherlands have participated in the AIR program. Visual artists apply for one month residencies in all media and diverse artistic points of view from traditional to experimental. The facilities and utilities are provided free of charge.