Battle of Ridgefield
Bringing History to Life
Every five years, the Ridgefield Historical Society and the Town of Ridgefield commemorate 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.
Save the date for the next reenactment which will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Battle: Saturday, April 24, 2027
Articles about the Battle of Ridgefield
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 and Town Work to Preserve Battlefield Site at 559-563 Main Street
A nationally significant battlefield site on Main Street may soon be preserved, offering a rare opportunity to protect the place where Ridgefield’s Revolutionary War history unfolded.
Ridgefield Historical Society Seeks Support for Battle of Ridgefield Documentary
New discoveries will bring Ridgefield’s Revolutionary War story to life in a powerful documentary for America’s 250th anniversary.
Discoveries of the Battle of Ridgefield Archaeology Project
New archaeological discoveries are reshaping the story of the Battle of Ridgefield and revealing a more complex Revolutionary War battlefield.
Ohioan Ken Lawrence’s deep local roots led to ‘Farmers Against the Crown’ painting
A family connection to the 1777 Battle of Ridgefield inspired a dramatic new artwork now represented in the Ridgefield Historical Society’s collection.
Battle of Ridgefield Archaeology Project Blog Entry #5: Reflectance Transformation Imaging
This winter, archaeologists are using advanced imaging technology to reveal new details from metallic artifacts recovered during the Battle of Ridgefield investigations, offering fresh insight into what happened on April 27, 1777.
Battle of Ridgefield Archaeology Project Blog Entry #4: Ground Penetrating Radar
New archaeological fieldwork is using advanced ground penetrating radar to reveal hidden features and burial sites connected to the Battle of Ridgefield.
Ridgefield Historical Society and Town Work to Preserve Battlefield Site at 559-563 Main Street
A nationally significant battlefield site on Main Street may soon be preserved, offering a rare opportunity to protect the place where Ridgefield’s Revolutionary War history unfolded.
Ridgefield Historical Society Seeks Support for Battle of Ridgefield Documentary
New discoveries will bring Ridgefield’s Revolutionary War story to life in a powerful documentary for America’s 250th anniversary.