Dr. Darla Shaw portrays Florence Powdermaker and tells the story of her sister Hortense, both Doctorates, who in the 1920s contributed greatly to their respective fields. Florence had a doctorate in medicine and psychiatry and Hortense was a doctor of anthropology. They lived on a 103-acre farm in Ridgebury for 30 years. Powdermaker Drive is named after them.
Read two of Florence Powdermaker’s books online.
Former network news producer James, shares his talents and passion for the Battle of Ridgefield with his new role on the Historical Society board.
Ridgefielder Brian Willenbring’s velvet painting of Lelak’s Deli is among Historical Society Collections Manager Betsy Reid’s favorite items in the collection.
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.
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.
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