Battle of Ridgefield
Bringing History to Life
Every five years, the Town of Ridgefield and Ridgefield Historical Society celebrate the Battle of Ridgefield with a full weekend of events, turning back the clock, and bringing the history and characters of the time alive, as well as introducing new important discoveries regarding the Battle.
Look for updates on this site to learn more, help plan, or participate.
Articles from Our 2022 Event
In 2022, the 245th Anniversary Weekend was a resplendent experience. If you participated, we thank you and hope you had as much fun as we did. Enjoy our related articles below.
Ridgefield Historical Society Awarded $20,000 Grant for Forensic Analysis of Skeletal Remains
Help us complete the forensic work required to identify and honor these men who gave their lives in the Battle of Ridgefield during the American Revolution.
Sen. Blumenthal Praises NPS $117,714 Grant for Ridgefield Historical Society Battleground Study
U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal visited the Ridgefield Historical Society on Tuesday morning, Aug. 8, 2023 to celebrate a $117,714 Preservation Planning Grant through the National Park Service’s American Battlefield Protection Program.
2023 Battle of Ridgefield Walking Tours
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.
Own a Piece of Ridgefield History
Own a limited-edition printed 72-page book documenting the 245th reenactment of the Battle of Ridgefield.
Community Contributes to Battlefield Planning
In spring 2022, the Ridgefield Historical Society invited community members to offer ideas and suggestions for future Battle of Ridgefield programming and commemorations. Here are the results.
After the Battle: Looking to the future with a pair of town planning sessions
The Ridgefield Historical Society is conducting Battle of Ridgefield Community Planning Charrettes to look to the future and consider how Ridgefield might integrate the Battle of Ridgefield history into our current landscape.
Ridgefield Historical Society Awarded $20,000 Grant for Forensic Analysis of Skeletal Remains
Help us complete the forensic work required to identify and honor these men who gave their lives in the Battle of Ridgefield during the American Revolution.
Sen. Blumenthal Praises NPS $117,714 Grant for Ridgefield Historical Society Battleground Study
U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal visited the Ridgefield Historical Society on Tuesday morning, Aug. 8, 2023 to celebrate a $117,714 Preservation Planning Grant through the National Park Service’s American Battlefield Protection Program.
