After Gen. David Wooster’s death at the Battle of Ridgefield, poet Phillis Wheatley penned a letter to Wooster’s wife, offering condolences and an elegy. A scan of that letter resides at the Ridgefield Historical Society.
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.
Some might say that Sunday, April 30 was a perfect ‘weather day’ for a Tea. And we’re inclined to agree. Rain outside, lots of it, along with the lush greenery and beauty of spring — all visible from the warmth and comfort of the Lounsbury House windows.
The Battle of Ridgefield Walking Tours went off as planned on Saturday, April 29th, featuring eight historical characters, a mile-long route, and plenty of raindrops.
This edition of the Scott House Journal features the growth of Ridgefield during the Gilded Age, as well as other Gilded Age remembrances and treats.
We are happy to introduce you to The Herrick Portrait, a painting of Lois Herrick, née Hall. And as lovely as this portrait is, Lois’ story is quite interesting too.
It’s January. The days are long yet short, and the prospect of spring is still many months away. But at the Ridgefield Historical Society, there is a definite energy and light. And we know where it comes from — our college intern, Antonia ten Holder.
Take a moment to meet her.
This edition of the Scott House Journal includes Jack Sanders’ recommendations on what items are worth saving to help future historians provide an accurate view of the past; as well as an account of a curious 1925 Ridgefield court case over that most simple of resources — wood. This story was recently uncovered while reviewing documents in the Ridgefield Historical Society archives.
This edition of the Scott House Journal includes stories on the inaugural Witness Stones installation in Ridgefield at the David Scott House, also the Historical Society headquarters; and a wonderful biography of Mabel E. Cleves, a champion of kindergarten in Ridgefield in the earlier 1900s.
Topics: The ‘New’ Ridgefield High School turns 50; Josie Hoyt’s Diaries offer offer insights into Ridgefield history in the late 1800s — births and deaths, the Blizzard of 1888, escapades at the Titicus School, a murder-suicide, and more.
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