In 1777, the Battle of Ridgefield was fought between local citizens and British and Hessian troops proceeding toward Long Island Sound through Ridgefield. Aided by Generals Wooster and Benedict Arnold, Ridgefield residents did their best to defend themselves, but the British outnumbered and defeated them. Evidence of the historic Revolutionary War Battle Memorials can still be seen throughout the town.

Among the town's most famous historic buildings is the Keeler Tavern. Built in 1832, the building was purchased by Timothy Keeler in 1769 and converted into a tavern in 1772. The Keeler Tavern was a target during the Revolutionary War because it was reported that the owner and other patriots were making musket balls in the basement. A cannonball fired at the building during the Battle of Ridgefield is still imbedded in a corner post of the house.

The Little Red Schoolhouse, circa 1750, located at West Lane is believed to be the oldest school in Ridgefield still intact. It is now a museum for all residents to enjoy.

Ridgefield is located on the border of Westchester County, New York, approximately 55 miles north of New York City and close to major roadways I-84, I-684, I-95, the Merrit Parkway and Route 7. Ridgefield is just a short drive to many world corporate headquarter facilities. Commuters have easy access to New York City and the Stamford/Greenwich areas via six area Railroad Stations. Many of our residents enjoy going to the city for dinner or a show on Broadway.

The Town of Ridgefield is truly a traditional New England Town. Many people come to live here because of its well respected school system, along with it's beauty. In fact, Ridgefield's Main Street is one of the most scenic in New England. The Village Center offers numerous boutiques, coffee houses, dozens of restaurants, and stores for all of your shopping needs. Some of our cultural facilities include: two museums, Artist's Guild, children's theater, numerous parks, a wonderful Library and Religious houses of Worship are very well represented. The Town is approximately 35 square miles.

As far as recreation, Ridgefield offers an 18-hole public golf course and a private country club for the golf enthusiast. Other facilities include, Martin's Park swimming lake, Ridgefield Parks & Recreation, exceptional athletic fields, many public tennis courts and an indoor ice skating center called the Winter Garden Ice Arena. There are 3 equestrian centers available with riding trails for the horse enthusiast.

The Ridgefield Public School system consists of five Elementary Schools, a Middle School and a Senior High School. Nursery schools and day care options are available. Quality education is one of Ridgefield's finest assets.