This modern residential town is steeped in New England history. Originally founded as a farming community, Wilton has transformed over the decades into a suburban haven with 18,000 residents. Its rural charm includes winding back roads, streams, ponds, woods, and rolling hills.
Wilton is home to Weir Farm, the only national historic site in Connecticut and part of the U.S. National Park Service. Spanning 60 acres across Wilton and Ridgefield, Weir Farm celebrates the visual arts and was once the residence of impressionist artist Julian Alden Weir. The beautifully preserved historic home and grounds are open to the public for exploration. Visitors can enjoy daily tours of the gardens, the house museum, and more. Weir Farm also features a scenic walking trail to Weir Pond, Junior Ranger programs for kids, and the "Take Part in Art" program, where visitors can borrow art supplies to paint alongside professional artists.
Wilton: Families are Fulfilled, Lives Are Enriched
