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THE STORY OF RIDGEFIELD
Located in the foothills of the Berkshire
Mountains and a short one hour drive North from
NYC our town is a favorite destination for visitors.
Founded over 300 years ago with a population of 25,000
Ridgefield boasts a unique historic Main Street, a highly
rated school system and is rated the Safest Town in CT.
Welcome to RidgefieldOur visitors can tour the Aldrich
Contemporary Art Museum, the Weir Farm National Historic
Site or a visit at Keeler Tavern. Seeking entertainment? Enjoy
the intimate setting of the Ridgefield Playhouse that hosts
hundreds of live shows by nationally acclaimed performers. Or
catch a first release movie at the unique Prospector Theater.
Fill your day in Ridgefield by shopping the unique boutiques
on Main Street, or the various shops located on Danbury Road.
While in our town be sure to enjoy any one of our numerous
restaurants from casual cuisine to fine dining.
If you are seeking outdoor activity we offer a semi-private
Fazio Designed 18 hole golf course Ridgefield GC, walking
trails, lakes and miles of country roads that are enjoyed
by bikers.
With so much to offer all in a picturesque Norman
Rockwell setting it is no surprise that many
families choose Ridgefield as a destination
wedding weekend location for friends and
family. With the historic Lounsbury House
as the perfect venue, Ridgefield is the
location to make your day special
and memorable. (ridgefieldct.org/
welcome-ridgefield-ct)