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Uncovering Ridgefield’s Revolutionary Past: Archaeologists Begin Historic Battlefield Study
Beneath Ridgefield’s quiet streets lies a battlefield waiting to be rediscovered—and this spring, a groundbreaking archaeological project is bringing that history to light.
Seeking a Social Media Intern
Love history and content creation? This paid summer position offers a chance to craft compelling digital stories about the people and places that shaped Ridgefield.
Grand Tour of Ridgefield’s Great Estates
A sold-out crowd joined historian Jack Sanders for an unforgettable journey through Ridgefield’s Gilded Age, exploring the grand estates and rich histories that shaped the town’s past.
Tales from the Graveyard; As Old as Ridgefield: Meet Captain Timothy Benedict
A soldier, a selectman, a slaveholder—his life shaped Ridgefield, and his legacy lingers among the weathered stones at Ridgebury Cemetery.
Architectural Gems of Ridgefield: Reflections on an Evening Highlighting Historic Preservation
Together, we celebrate the importance of preservation in protecting and cherishing the Ridgefield we love.
The Clarence Korker Photo Collection
The Historical Society celebrates Korky’s 100th birthday with the release of digitized negatives from his extensive Ridgefield photo collection. There have been 2,600 negatives digitize to date, only 32,000 left to go!
Interested in Your Home’s History? Consider a Historic House Plaque
The Ridgefield Historical Society Historic House Plaques have marked significant houses and acccessory buildings in the Town of Ridgefield for over 24 years.
From the Collection: The Polaroid Electric Eye Camera #900
Betsy Reid, Collections Manager at the Ridgefield Historical Society shares a relic from the vault.
RHS for RHS: Ridgefield Historical Society Offers Ridgefield High School Scholarship
Ridgefield High School seniors are invited to submit an application for the 2025 Ridgefield Historical Society Scholarship, recognizing local students with a passion for history.
Scott House Journal, February 2025
This edition of the Scott House Journal features St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, a Ridgefield landmark celebrating its 300th anniversary in 2025.
On Board with James Segelstein
Former network news producer shares his talents and passion for the Battle of Ridgefield with his new role on the Historical Society board.
Staff Pick: Lelak’s Delicatessen
Ridgefielder Brian Willenbring’s velvet painting of Lelak’s Deli is among Historical Society Collections Manager Betsy Reid’s favorite items in the collection.
Think Spring! Beyond the Garden Gate, The Ridgefield Garden Tour is set for June 8
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.
Meet Katie Bates
An aspiring public historian’s journey through Queer history and an impactful internship at the Ridgefield Historical Society are bringing marginalized voices to the forefront.
Schoolmaster’s job entailed more than teaching
A small notebook in the Historical Society’s collection provides a glimpse into the life of a 19th century Ridgefield schoolmaster.
Capturing Moments in Time, Creating Memories at Silhouettes
Our sold-out Silhouettes event brought holiday joy to Ridgefield families.
Frank Gordon Photographs: Tornado Touchdown in Ridgefield 1950
Discover Ridgefield’s stormy past with Frank Gordon’s 1950 tornado aftermath photos, now on display at the Ridgefield Historical Society’s Scott House.
Introducing Harrison Seem
Fueled by curiosity, this Ridgefield Historical Society intern explores Ridgefield’s past, bringing untold stories to life through impactful projects.
Ridgefield Historical Society Hosts Witness Stones Ceremony Honoring Ann
Through research, remembrance, and reflection, the Witness Stones Ceremony at the Ridgefield Historical Society honored Ann, an enslaved woman, in a moving, student-led tribute.
Tales from the Graveyard: Ridgefield Ghosts of a Christmas Long Past
Abigail Taylor’s 1787 Christmas was no celebration, step into her world and uncover a forgotten story of hardship, endurance, and loss in colonial Ridgefield.
Staff Pick: Ridgefield Historical Society Political Button Collection
The Ridgefield Historical Society is displaying a colorful collection of nearly 200 political buttons from local, state and national campaigns at the Scott House for the month of November.
