To our Members and Friends on Ridgefield's 300th Anniversary,
Although the Ridgefield Historical Society, founded in 2001, is one of the youngest historical societies in New England; we have inherited a 300 year history rich with events, places and notable people. A significant chapter of our most recent history was the preservation, period reconstruction and relocation of the c.1714 David Scott House to Sunset Lane, as the Society’s first home. It has become a community-wide focus for preserving our historical archives, protecting historic structures, sites & graveyards, fostering new educational opportunities and sponsoring celebratory events.
The Ridgefield Historical Society fulfills its mission by offering the community access to its diverse archival holdings through the latest in communications, computer and information technologies. Materials are catalogued and stored in a certified archival vault. And the Society also provides an historic meeting space and a garden “sitting stone” for quiet contemplation.
As we begin the fourth century since our Town’s beginnings, the Ridgefield Historical Society offers a sincere “thank you” for the continued support that the community provides. And a very special posthumous recognition to our departed founder-mentor, Jeanne Timpanelli, without whose vision, leadership and perseverance much of what we are today and will be in future, would not have been possible. Her spirit lives on in the Society’s work and the importance of the volunteerism she fostered.
This year, we celebrate Ridgefield’s unique and significant 300 year history and look forward to experiencing the events and people who will shape our community in the 21st century. Your Historical Society promises continued efforts to promote, among residents & visitors alike, a greater appreciation and respect for our shared heritage, our uniquely preserved architecture and our Town’s very special character.
Let the Celebrations begin !!!,
Gary J. Singer, President