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Battle of Ridgefield T-Shirt, 2023

The official Battle of Ridgefield T-shirt, commemorating the 246th anniversary, is printed on the front with the official Battle commemorative logo, and printed on the back with the Ridgefield town seal and the Ridgefield Historical Society logo. The shirt is an all-cotton short sleeve t-shirt in Indigo and is offered in youth medium and large as well as adult small, medium, large, XL, and XXL.

Battle of Ridgefield T-Shirt, 2023 Version — $20

News

History

Schoolhouse Days

Springtime is always busy in the world of education and the Peter Parley Schoolhouse is no exception. In recent weeks we’ve welcomed a whole new crop of Parley scholars — offering them a glimpse of Schoolhouse life in centuries past.

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RHS News

On Board with Raymond Murphy

This month, we introduce Ray Murphy, who joined the Historical Society Board earlier this spring after volunteering with the Collections team for a year. A retired attorney, Ray brings a love of history, professionalism and good sense, plus a very nice manner to his post.

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RHS News

Thank You, Ridgefield Thrift Shop!

Thanks to the generosity of the Ridgefield Thrift Shop, the Ridgefield Historical Society is embarking on a technology upgrade, updating equipment and systems best left in the past.

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History

Schoolhouse Days

Springtime is always busy in the world of education and the Peter Parley Schoolhouse is no exception. In recent weeks we’ve welcomed a whole new crop of Parley scholars — offering them a glimpse of Schoolhouse life in centuries past.

Read More »
RHS News

On Board with Raymond Murphy

This month, we introduce Ray Murphy, who joined the Historical Society Board earlier this spring after volunteering with the Collections team for a year. A retired attorney, Ray brings a love of history, professionalism and good sense, plus a very nice manner to his post.

Read More »
RHS News

Thank You, Ridgefield Thrift Shop!

Thanks to the generosity of the Ridgefield Thrift Shop, the Ridgefield Historical Society is embarking on a technology upgrade, updating equipment and systems best left in the past.

Read More »
Ridgefield

Pick from the Collection: 1930s Directional Sign

In March 2023, the “Old Ridgefield” Facebook Page featured a post on Ridgefield’s Directional Signs from the 1930s. The post indicated that a single sign still remained — on site at the Ridgefield Historical Society and in need of repair. Bill Dornfeld heard about the post and came to the rescue.

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Programs & Events

Pride in the Park 2023

Pride in the Park 2023

Ballard Park, 485 Main St
Ridgefield, Connecticut 06877
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Free

The Ridgefield Historical Society will be at Pride in the Park with a display of photos of queer Ridgefielders from the past along with fun trivia. Stop by our table […]

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June 03, 2023
Peter Parley Schoolhouse Open House

Peter Parley Schoolhouse Open House

Peter Parley Schoolhouse, West Lane at South Salem Rd
Ridgefield, CT 06877 United States
+ Google Map
Free

Celebrate Connecticut Open House Day with a visit to this local treasure — the Peter Parley Schoolhouse.

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June 10, 2023
Ridgefield History Club

Ridgefield History Club

Ridgefield Historical Society, 4 Sunset Lane
Ridgefield, Connecticut 06877
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Free

The Ridgefield History Club, a program of the Ridgefield Historical Society, is an informal monthly gathering in which attendees speak and reminisce together about a particular topic in Ridgefield history. […]

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June 20, 2023
Peter Parley Schoolhouse Open House

Peter Parley Schoolhouse Open House

Peter Parley Schoolhouse, West Lane at South Salem Rd
Ridgefield, CT 06877 United States
+ Google Map
Free

Ridgefield Schools released earlier this week, but the Peter Parley Schoolhouse is open and welcomes students of all ages.

Find out more »
June 25, 2023
Peter Parley Schoolhouse Open House

Peter Parley Schoolhouse Open House

Peter Parley Schoolhouse, West Lane at South Salem Rd
Ridgefield, CT 06877 United States
+ Google Map
Free

It's July and Ridgefield Schools are not in session, but the Peter Parley Schoolhouse is open and welcoming students of all ages. No homework. No pressure. Just a wafting breeze and a glimpse into Ridgefield past.

Find out more »
July 30, 2023
June 2023
Jun 03
June 03, 2023
Ballard Park, 485 Main St
Ridgefield, Connecticut 06877

The Ridgefield Historical Society will be at Pride in the Park with a display of photos of queer Ridgefielders from the past along with fun trivia. Stop by our table […]

Free
Jun 10
June 10, 2023
Peter Parley Schoolhouse, West Lane at South Salem Rd
Ridgefield, CT 06877 United States

Celebrate Connecticut Open House Day with a visit to this local treasure — the Peter Parley Schoolhouse.

Free
Jun 20
June 20, 2023
Ridgefield Historical Society, 4 Sunset Lane
Ridgefield, Connecticut 06877

The Ridgefield History Club, a program of the Ridgefield Historical Society, is an informal monthly gathering in which attendees speak and reminisce together about a particular topic in Ridgefield history. […]

Free
Jun 25
June 25, 2023
Peter Parley Schoolhouse, West Lane at South Salem Rd
Ridgefield, CT 06877 United States

Ridgefield Schools released earlier this week, but the Peter Parley Schoolhouse is open and welcomes students of all ages.

Free
July 2023
Jul 30
July 30, 2023
Peter Parley Schoolhouse, West Lane at South Salem Rd
Ridgefield, CT 06877 United States

It's July and Ridgefield Schools are not in session, but the Peter Parley Schoolhouse is open and welcoming students of all ages. No homework. No pressure. Just a wafting breeze and a glimpse into Ridgefield past.

Free

Research Our Collections

The Ridgefield Historical Society is dedicated to collecting photos, documents, and objects that tell a story about the history of Ridgefield. Since 2002, when the collections originated, the Historical Society’s diligent volunteers have carefully preserved over 10,000 pieces of Ridgefield’s past that are stored in archival materials and placed in our climate controlled vault beneath the Scott House.

Historic Preservation

The Historic Preservation Committee has its roots in the founding of the Historical Society as the Ridgefield Preservation Trust in 1999 by saving the 18th Century David Scott House from demolition. The Historic Preservation Committee is tasked with monitoring changes to our landscape that may have the potential to undermine the cherished 300-year character of Ridgefield’s streets and neighborhoods.

Become a Member

The Historical Society seeks to highlight the significance of its amazing town, its people, its architecture, its resources, and its history. And that means you!

Members are an essential part of the work we do bringing local history to life through online and in-person offerings including exhibits, lectures, genealogy services, tours, our state-of-the-art archives, and much more.

The Historical Society is an independent non-profit that depends on grants and private funding. Your contribution is vital to the future of our organization. Thank you for supporting your community!