It was big news in 1901 when the Ridgefield Post Office established Rural Free Delivery. Ira C. Wixsom was one of the town’s first rural mail carriers.
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The Treasures from the Archives series is supported by the CT Humanities and Fairfield County Bank.
The Ridgefield Historical Society mourns the loss of our good friend and supporter Jonathan David “Jon” Seem, 61, who died suddenly on Friday, Sept. 25. The husband of our former
The Ridgefield Historical Society invites members to its annual meeting on Oct. 20 to celebrate the past year’s accomplishments and look ahead to an exciting 2027 filled with major programs,
St. Elizabeth Seton Parish celebrates 50 years of faith, service, and fellowship in Ridgefield, honoring the founding families and parishioners who built and sustained its vibrant community.
Remembering longtime Ridgefield Historical Society volunteer Rob Orr, whose curiosity about his own historic home grew into decades of dedication to preserving and sharing Ridgefield’s history.