In this video, Candiss gives a little history on spice cookies made during the Colonial era. The ingredients were costly, which is why they were made only once a year during the holidays.
She explains a recipe from Colonial Williamsburg prepared in two ways: English and Dutch.
Visit our Holiday Gift Shop between 12/4 and 12/22 to buy a jar filled with all the dry ingredients—just add butter, molasses, and heavy cream. Discounts for members.
This edition of the Scott House Journal features St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, a Ridgefield landmark celebrating its 300th anniversary in 2025.
Former network news producer shares his talents and passion for the Battle of Ridgefield with his new role on the Historical Society board.
Ridgefielder Brian Willenbring’s velvet painting of Lelak’s Deli is among Historical Society Collections Manager Betsy Reid’s favorite items in the collection.
The 2025 Ridgefield Garden Tour, hosted by the Ridgefield Garden Club and the Ridgefield Historical Society showcases 7 private gardens and Ridgefield’s Ballard Park Gardens.
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