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Welcome > Local Info > Ridgefield, Redding and New Fairfield Welcome to Ridgefield ...

Welcome To Ridgefield

Ridgefield is a picturesque, progressive community in the southwestern corner of Connecticut. The downtown area, with its old-fashioned streets and architecture, seems untouched by time. Most impressive about Ridgefield, however, are its citizens, who are enthusiastic and dedicated to preserving the quality of life in their Town, as evidenced by their involvement with many Town boards and committees.

Ridgefield is voted Connecticut's #1 town every year for it offers the highest in quality of life, based on its schools, low crime rate, and scope of services. The Ridgefield school system is among the finest in the county. Even its dining is world class. The local residents get spoiled with all of the restaurant options and conveniences.

Ridgefield is historical. Ridgefield's history began in 1708 when five men form Norwalk, Connecticut purchased 20,000 acres of land from the Ramapoo Indians and called it Ridgefield. Thirty-five families joined the first five men, making their homes along Main Street. Ridgefield remained a farming village after the Civil War and eventually evolved into a resort community for the wealthy from NYC. Irish and Italian immigrants were hired to work on the estates. Their descendants became leaders in local affairs and businesses, and today many of them continue to comprise the diverse community that is Ridgefield. Ridgefield currently has a population of 23,000+ and covering over 34 square miles.

Ridgefield is famous for its handsome Main Street, which stretches more than a mile long, is lined with a wealth of stately homes, towering trees, antique shops, boutiques, museums, churches and country inns.

Residents enjoy an environment supportive of family life.

Ridgefield is conveniently located to New York City and the area's major business centers. 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 Merritt Parkway and Route 7. Also, minutes away from the Branchville and Katonah train stations.

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Recreational

As an active community, Ridgefield has made every effort to make recreational activities available to all residents throughout the year. The town offers a variety of recreational options:

An 18-hole public golf course

Public Tennis Courts

Martin Park & Beach

Dickenson Skate Park

Winter Garden Ice Skating Rink

Horseback riding trails and nature paths

Veteran's Park playing fields

Ridgefield's state of the art Recreation center with in-door pool

Ridgefield Boys & Girls Club

Candlewood Lake - Danbury, CT

Founder's Hall - new senior center activity facility

Community Center activities and trips

Over 1,500 acres of town parks and wildlife preserves

Ballard Park

Tiger Hollow Athletic Facility

Arts & Culture

Ridgefield residents enjoy the many benefits of an active cultural lifestyle. The community supports many clubs and organizations founded for the purpose of expanding cultural awareness in the community. Some of these organizations include:


Hayday Shopping Center, Ridgefield's Beautiful Shops

Dining & Shopping

Ridgefield offers a diverse selection of dining pleasures from world-class inns to four-star restaurants and sidewalk cafes.

Shoppers will also enjoy browsing among the charming boutiques and antiques on Main Street. Danbury Mall, New England's largest mall is only 10 minutes away.

Parks


  • Ballard Park
    Located in the center of Ridgefield on Main Street

  • Richardson Park
    Located on North Salem Road (Rte 116)

  • Martin Park/Beach
    Located off Route 7 on Picketts Ridge Road

  • Pierrepont Park
    Located off Barlow Mountain Road

  • Weir Farm
    Located off of Nod Hill Road


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Business

Headed by the Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce, Ridgefield's business community continues to be a dynamic force year after year. Both small local and large corporate headquarters call Ridgefield home.

Ridgefield's proximity to New York and other corporate hubs in Fairfield and Westchester counties make it a convenient location for business.


Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce

Government

Town government is administered by the elected three-member Board of Selectmen, headed by the First Selectman. A number of other boards and commissions are appointed or elected, all comprising the autonomous town government. The Town Meeting form of government enables every registered voter to participate in all issues.

Police and fire protection are provided by full-time paid professionals and trained volunteers. A paramedic is on duty 24/7 and ambulance transportation is a municipal service. Patients in need of emergency care have their choice of either Danbury or Norwalk Hospital.

Danbury Hospital

Conveniently located, only 20 minutes from Ridgefield. Danbury Hospital is a 371-bed not-for-profit community teaching hospital serving approx. 360,000 residents of western Connecticut and southeastern New York. Danbury Hospital has 10 clinical departments and a medical and dental staff of more than 500 physicians. Danbury Hospital is the area's largest employer with close to 3,000 employees and 67 resident physicians.

Ridgefield Community Center

One of the Ridgefield's most valuable resources is its historic Community Center. The purpose of the Center is to stimulate and maintain cultural, educational, recreational, and philanthropic activities for the benefit of the town. Formerly the home of State's Governor, the town purchased the property for its resident's enjoyment.

Over sixty clubs, organizations and societies enlist the resources of Ridgefield residents in helping others and enhancing the quality of life in the town.

Services

Residents of all ages can participate and joy Ridgefield's many community offerings. The Ridgefield Library is open seven days a week and offers extensive collection of literature, periodicals, reference materials, and children's books. The library's Charles Dayton Program Room hosts lectures, art exhibits, and films of interest to the community.

Place of Worship

From the beginning of Ridgefield's rich history, churches have played a key role. In fact, the oldest church in continuous use is the Ridgebury Congregational Church, built in 1760.

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The Aldrich Museum
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The Keeler Tavern Museum
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Dickenson State Park
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