Wee Burn Country Club

Wee Burn is among the oldest golf clubs in America, formally founded in April 1896, reputedly the second or third club in the country. Its name, suggested by steel magnate Andrew Carnegie, refers to the small stream, the wee burn, winding through the grounds. The original layout was set out by Scottish professional George Strath. In 1923 the club acquired a larger 230-acre site in Darien and engaged noted architect Devereux Emmet, whose new course opened to members in 1925 and remains the heart of the club today. Emmet's design is celebrated for its classic strategic bunkering, subtle greens, and walkable routing over gentle terrain. A private, tradition-rich club, Wee Burn pairs deep golf history with a strong reputation for course conditioning in Connecticut's Fairfield County.