+---------------------------+------------------+---+---------------------+
| ![](media/image1.png){wid | **Weir Farm**    |   | Weir Farm NHS       |
| th="0.5597222222222222in" |                  |   |                     |
| height="0.720             | **National       |   | 735 Nod Hill Road   |
| 1388888888889in"}National | Historic Site**  |   |                     |
| Park Service              |                  |   | Wilton, CT 06897    |
|                           | Use the complete |   |                     |
| U.S. Department of the    | site name here   |   | 203 834-1896 phone  |
| Interior                  | (e.g. Palo Alto  |   |                     |
|                           | Battlefield      |   | 203 834-2421 fax    |
| Superintendent's          | Historic Site).  |   |                     |
| Compendium                |                  |   |                     |
|                           |                  |   |                     |
| Of Designations,          |                  |   |                     |
| Closures, Permit          |                  |   |                     |
| Requirements and Other    |                  |   |                     |
| Restrictions Imposed      |                  |   |                     |
| Under Discretionary       |                  |   |                     |
| Authority.                |                  |   |                     |
|                           |                  |   |                     |
| Approved:                 |                  |   |                     |
|                           |                  |   |                     |
| ["Signature on File"      |                  |   |                     |
| Date:]{.underline}        |                  |   |                     |
| \_\_\_\_\_\_\_            |                  |   |                     |
|                           |                  |   |                     |
| Linda Cook,               |                  |   |                     |
| Superintendent            |                  |   |                     |
+---------------------------+------------------+---+---------------------+

# In accordance with regulations and the delegated authority provided in Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations ("36 CFR"), Chapter 1, Parts 1-7, authorized by Title 16 United States Code, Section 3, the following provisions apply to all lands and waters administered by the National Park Service, within the boundaries of Weir Farm National Historic Site. Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the requirements contained in 36 CFR, Chapter 1, Parts 1-7.

Written determinations, which explain the reasoning behind the
Superintendent's use of discretionary authority, as required by Section
1.5(c), appear in this document identified by italicized print.

##### I. 36 CFR §1.5 -- VISITING HOURS, PUBLIC USE LIMITS, CLOSURES, AND AREA DESIGNATIONS FOR SPECIFIC USE OR ACTIVITIES {#i.-36-cfr-1.5-visiting-hours-public-use-limits-closures-and-area-designations-for-specific-use-or-activities .unnumbered}

**(a)(1) The following visiting hours and public use limits are
established for all or for the listed portions of the park, and the
following closures are established for all or a portion of the park to
all public use or to a certain use or activity:**

[Visiting Hours]{.underline}:

-   The grounds are open daily from dawn to dusk.

-   May through October: The visitor center is open Wednesday to Sunday,
    9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

-   November, December, March and April: The visitor center is open
    Thursday to Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

-   January and February: The visitor center is closed.

[Public Use Limits]{.underline}:

-   The parking lot can only accommodate a maximum of 17 cars.

-   A maximum of 50 people can occupy the Burlingham barn at any given
    time.

-   No food or beverages are permitted in the visitor center.

-   Dogs on a leash are permitted on the grounds.

-   Groups that wish to visit the site must contact the visitor center
    in advance to make arrangements for their visit.

[Closures]{.underline}:

-   It is the determination of the Superintendent of Weir Farm National
    Historic Site, based upon a review of the Weir Farm NHS Management
    Plan, motorized vehicles, bicycles and horses will not be permitted
    within the national historic site.

-   The parking lot at Weir Farm NHS will be closed from dusk to dawn.

-   Motorized vehicles are prohibited on the adjacent property known as
    the Town of Ridgefield Conservation Land. Motorized vehicles,
    bicycles, horses and dogs are not permitted in the Weir-Leary-White
    Preserve, maintained by the Weir Farm Art Center. These properties
    are adjacent to the park and have trails which lead into the park.

-   The stone walls are historic structures and should not be climbed,
    walked on or altered in any way.

-   The stone table south of the Main House is an historic structure and
    therefore should not be used for sitting, picnicking or any other
    activity.

-   Motorized vehicles are permitted only in the parking lot. RV's and
    vehicles with trailers are prohibited.

-   The Caretaker's House and property is maintained as a private
    residence and is not open to the public.

-   All driveways and service roads are accessible by permit only.

-   Climbing is prohibited on structures and vegetation, including
    trees, on the property.

# 

**(a)(2) The following areas have been designated for a specific use or
activity, under the conditions and/or restrictions as noted:**

[Hiking / Walking:]{.underline}

-   Grounds:

    Cleared areas, mowed lawns, paths and designated hiking trails are
    available for hiking and walking.

    [Painting:]{.underline}

```{=html}
<!-- -->
```
-   Grounds:

    Artists and painters are permitted to set up their materials on
    site. However, they are prohibited from setting up on historic
    structures or in locations deemed unsuitable by park staff. Public
    areas should be kept clear for visitors and movement of staff
    vehicles. Brushes and other items cannot be cleaned on site.

    [Photography:]{.underline}

-   Grounds:

    Photographers are permitted to set up their materials on site.
    However, they are prohibited from setting up on historic structures
    or in locations deemed unsuitable by park staff. Public areas should
    be kept clear for visitors and movement of staff vehicles. Any use
    of models requires a permit.

    [Picnicking:]{.underline}

```{=html}
<!-- -->
```
-   Grounds:

    Picnicking is permitted only on mowed lawns. No tables or trash
    facilities are available on site.

**The following restrictions and/or conditions are in effect for the
specific uses or activities noted:**

[Passenger Carrying Busses:]{.underline}

-   No parking is available for buses in the parking lot. All buses will
    have to make arrangements to park elsewhere.

**II. [36 CFR §1.6 -- PERMITS]{.underline}**

**(f) The following is a compilation of those activities and/or public
uses for which a permit from the superintendent is required:**

-   §1.5(d) Relating to Public Use Limits:

    -   To implement a public use limit, the superintendent may
        establish a permit, registration, or reservation system. Permits
        shall be issued in accordance with the criteria and procedures
        of 36 CFR 1.6. Contact Weir Farm NHS at (203) 834-1896 for
        permit information.

-   §2.4(d) Carry or possess a weapon, trap, or net

-   §2.5(a) Specimen collection (Take plant, fish, wildlife, rocks or
    minerals)

-   §2.10(a) The following camping activities:

    -   No camping is permitted at Weir Farm NHS.

-   §2.12 Audio Disturbances:

    -   (a)(2) Operating a chain saw in developed areas

    -   (a)(3) Operation of any type of portable motor or engine, or
        device powered by a portable motor or engine in non-developed
        areas

    -   (a)(4) Operation of a public address system in connection with a
        public gathering or special event for which a permit has been
        issued pursuant to §2.50 or §2.51

-   §2.17 Aircraft & Air Delivery:

    -   (a)(3) Delivery or retrieval of a person or object by parachute,
        helicopter or other airborne means

    -   (c)(1) Removal of a downed aircraft

-   §2.37 Soliciting or demanding gifts, money goods or services
    (Pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit issued under
    §2.50, §2.51 or §2.52)

-   §2.38 Explosives:

    -   \(a\) Use, possess, store, transport explosives, blasting agents

    -   \(b\) Use or possess fireworks

-   §2.50(a) Conduct a sports event, pageant, regatta, public spectator
    attraction, entertainment, ceremony, and similar events

-   §2.51(a) Public assemblies, meetings, gatherings, demonstrations,
    parades and other public expressions of views

-   §2.52(c) Sale or distribution of printer matter that is not solely
    commercial advertising

-   §2.60(b) Livestock use

-   §2.61(a) Residing on federal lands

-   §2.62 Memorialization:

    -   \(a\) Erection of monuments (Requires approval from Regional
        Director)

    -   \(b\) Scattering ashes from human cremation

-   §3.3 Use of a vessel

-   §4.11(a) Exceeding of established vehicle load, weight and size
    limits

-   §5.1 Advertisements - (Display, posting or distribution.)

-   §5.2(b) Sale of intoxicants on private lands.

-   §5.3 Engaging in or soliciting any business (Requires a permit,
    contract or other written agreement with the United States, or must
    be pursuant to special regulations).

-   §5.5 Commercial Photography/Filming:

    -   \(a\) Commercial filming of motion pictures or television
        involving the use of professional casts, settings or crews,
        other than bona fide newsreel or news television

    -   \(b\) Still photography of vehicles, or other articles of
        commerce or models for the purpose of commercial advertising.

-   §5.6(c) Use of commercial vehicles on park area roads (The
    superintendent shall issue a permit to access private lands within
    or adjacent to the park when access is otherwise not available)

-   §5.7 Construction of buildings, facilities, trails, roads, boat
    docks, path, structure, etc.

-   §5.10(a) Operation of eating, drinking, or lodging establishments in
    certain park areas.

-   §6.9(a) Operation of a solid waste disposal site

##### III. GENERAL REGULATIONS  {#iii.-general-regulations .unnumbered}

##### 36 CFR §2.1 -- PRESERVATION OF NATURAL, CULTURAL AND ARCHEOLOGICAL RESOURCES {#cfr-2.1-preservation-of-natural-cultural-and-archeological-resources .unnumbered}

**(a)(5) The following conditions are in effect for walking, climbing,
entering, ascending or traversing the listed archeological or cultural
resource, monuments or statues:**

-   Climbing is prohibited on structures and vegetation on the property.

    **(b) Hiking or pedestrian traffic is restricted to the trail or
    walkway as listed in Section 1.5 of this document.**

##### 

##### 36 CFR §2.2 - WILDLIFE PROTECTION

**(e) The following areas are closed to the viewing of wildlife with the
use of an artificial light:**

-   All areas are closed to this activity.

    **[36 CFR §2.11 -- PICNICKING]{.underline}**

    Certain areas have been closed to picnicking and are listed in
    section 1.5(a)(1) "Closures".

    [Conditions for Picnicking:]{.underline}

```{=html}
<!-- -->
```
-   Picnicking is permitted only on mowed lawns. No tables or trash
    facilities are available on site.

-   The stone table south of the Main House is an historic structure and
    therefore should not be used for picnicking.

    **[36 CFR §2.15 -- PETS]{.underline}**

    **(a)(5) Pet excrement must be disposed of in accordance with the
    following conditions:**

```{=html}
<!-- -->
```
-   Excrement must be removed from the grounds and disposed of offsite.

    **[36 CFR §2.21 -- SMOKING]{.underline}**

    **(a) The following portions of the park, or all or portions of
    buildings, structures or facilities are closed to smoking as
    noted:**

-   All posted and designated areas, all government vehicles, and
    non-residential government buildings. This designation has been made
    to protect park resources and reduce the risk of fire.

    **[36 CFR §2.62 -- MEMORIALIZATION]{.underline}**

    **(b) A permit is required for the scattering of ashes from cremated
    human remains, or in the following designated areas without a
    permit, in accordance with the following terms and conditions:**

The scattering of human ashes from cremation, without a permit, is
allowed under the following terms and conditions:

-   The remains to be scattered must have been cremated and pulverized.

-   The scattering of remains by persons on the ground is to be
    performed at least 100 yards from any trail, road, developed
    facility, or body of water.

-   No scattering of remains from the air is to be performed over
    developed areas, facilities, or bodies of water.

**[36 CFR §3.3 -- VESSEL PERMITS]{.underline}**

**Permits are required for the use of a vessel in the following areas:**

-   The Weir Pond and all areas of the site.

### [36 CFR §3.21 -- SWIMMING AND BATHING]{.underline}

**(a)(1) The following areas are closed to swimming and bathing:**

-   The Weir Pond