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. (Curated content from www.nps.gov)
Since 1975, the Westport Astronomical Society has brought the wonders of the night sky to the thousands who have visited the observatory. We’re an all volunteer-run, non-profit organization that’s free and open to the public every Wednesday night from 8-10 pm if the skies are clear. Remember, near the summer solstice it doesn’t get dark until late, so please plan to come after sunset. (Curated content from www.was-ct.org)
Earthplace blends science, conservation, and education into pathways for learning about nature and the environment. (Curated content from earthplace.org)
As challenging as it is beautiful, “Smith” will provide you with a delightful outing of golf on its rolling 6600+ yards of beautifully maintained fairways and greens. Ranging from 5311 to 6704 yards, our par 72/73 Championship Golf Course sports 18 distinctive golf holes which are all challenging and a pleasure to play. (Curated content from hsrgolf.com)
Kids and adults all love to visit Silverman’s rustic animal farm! See, pet, and feed all sorts of unusual animals, including buffalo, llamas, alpacas, sheep, goats, fallow deer, emus, and long-horn cattle. (Curated content from www.silvermansfarm.com)
Grounded in the belief that art is vital to the spirit, creativity and wholeness of human beings, the mission of Silvermine Arts Center is to cultivate and encourage growth through the arts; to promote and showcase artists; and to provide arts education opportunities for the greater community. Silvermine provides an environment and atmosphere in which art and artists can develop and flourish. Students, visitors, faculty and artist members can work on projects, share ideas, explore new areas and grow in their understanding and immersion in the arts. (Curated content from www.silvermineart.org)
This saltbox house was built in 1750 for David Ogden at the time of his marriage to Jane Sturges. For the next 125 years, it was home to the Ogden family in the farming and coastal shipping town of Fairfield. The property once included nearly 75 acres of farmland and several outbuildings. Today, the Ogden House welcomes visitors to discover more about the life of a colonial family. (Curated content from www.fairfieldhistory.org)
The Red Golf Course features 6,568 yards of golf from the Championship Tees for a par 72. The course rating is 71.0 and the slope is 124. The Black Golf Course features 6,559 yards of golf from the Championship Tees for a par 71. The course rating is 71.5 and the slope is 123. The Black course has beautiful winding hills, great scenic views and delivers a challenge with newly renovated fairway and greenside bunkers. (Curated content from www.fairchildwheelergolf.com)