Ridgefield

Ridgefield sits in Fairfield County, Connecticut, and spreads across wooded hills in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains. The town contains numerous parks and green spaces distributed throughout its territory.

In April 1777, militia forces under Generals Wooster and Arnold fought British troops here during the War of Independence. This engagement shaped the development of the community through the late 18th century.

The contemporary art museum displays works from across the nation, while the symphony orchestra has performed regularly for the community since the 1960s. Both institutions have become fixtures in local cultural life.

The town offers public and private schools covering education from elementary through secondary levels. Visitors will find ample parking near major points of interest and facilities.

A museum preserves a British cannonball embedded in the building structure from the War of Independence at its original location. This detail from 1777 remains visible to visitors today.

Location: Fairfield County

Inception: 1709

Elevation above the sea: 201 m

Shares border with: Danbury, Wilton, Redding, North Salem, Lewisboro, Southeast

Website: http://ridgefieldct.org

GPS coordinates: 41.30528,-73.50139

Latest update: December 13, 2025 19:40