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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.
Ridgefield Unites to Preserve the Historic Branchville Schoolhouse
Unanimous community support secured the future of this cherished landmark under the care of the Ridgefield Historical Society.
Leadership Transition Marks New Chapter for Ridgefield Historical Society
The Ridgefield Historical Society welcomes Steven Meyers as president, succeeding Tracy Seem, who championed key preservation projects during her four years in the role.
Meet our New President: Steven Meyers
Steven Meyers was elected to a two-year term as president of the Ridgefield Historical Society on Oct. 15. We welcome him “on board.”
History Close to Home – An Archaeologist Takes Students Through Time
Ridgefield Historical Society partnered with Ridgefield High School on an innovative new educational program, bringing ancient stone tools from our collection into the classroom, offering students a hands-on exploration of local Indigenous history.
New Insights into Ridgefield’s Revolutionary War Legacy Shared
Keith Marshall Jones III offered fresh perspectives about the 1777 Battle of Ridgefield in this captivating lecture.
Seeking Proposals for Battle of Ridgefield Archaeology Project
The Ridgefield Historical Society seeks to contract with a professional cultural resource management firm to carry out the objectives of an American Battlefield Protection Program Grant, administered by the National Park Service.
Historic Preservation Volunteers Needed
The Ridgefield Historical Society’s Historic Preservation Committee seeks volunteers to help preserve the character of our town.
Growing up in Ridgefield with Bruce Willett
Dr. Darla Shaw conducted a fascinating interview with Bruce Willett about his memories of living in Ridgefield.
Announcing a New Book about the Battle of Ridgefield
Renowned historian Keith Marshall Jones III unveils his latest work, offering the most comprehensive and compelling account of the Battle of Ridgefield to date.
Tales from the Graveyard: Call the Doctor? Not on your life…
Dr. John Copp was one of the first physicians in the colonies and one Ridgefield’s first 26 families who paid local Indians 100 pounds sterling for the land that is now Ridgefield. Among the many ailments he treated were the ravages of Smallpox.
Meet Our Goldstone and Kasuli Summer Interns
Three talented students have plunged into the Ridgefield Historical Society’s archives and taken part in a variety of programming this summer, thanks to generous support from the Goldstone and Kasuli Families.
SummerFest 2024
Families and friends enjoyed local history and lively activities, making this year’s event a memorable celebration of community spirit.
