The feel of the town
Ridgefield is known for its mile-long historic Main Street, lined with old homes, shops and restaurants, and for an arts scene that includes the Aldrich museum and the Ridgefield Playhouse. Careful zoning has kept the town's historic character intact.
Beyond the center, the town is hilly and green, with lakes, state parks and about 5,200 acres of open space, and it borders New York State to the west.
What Ridgefield is known for
- A historic, walkable Main Street
- Arts and culture: the Aldrich, the Playhouse and Keeler Tavern
- Open space, lakes and state parks
- Strong public schools
Landmarks and local favorites
- Aldrich Contemporary Art MuseumContemporary art museum on Main Street
- Ridgefield PlayhouseConcerts, comedy and films
- Keeler Tavern MuseumHistoric tavern with a British cannonball still in its wall
- Weir Farm National Historical ParkOn the Ridgefield–Wilton line
- Bennett's Pond State ParkTrails around a pond on a former estate
- Pine MountainThe highest point in town, with hiking trails
- Mamanasco LakeAn 86-acre lake
- Ridgefield Golf Course18-hole municipal course
Getting around
- Train: Branchville station on the Danbury Branch, with service toward South Norwalk, Stamford and Grand Central.
- Car: Routes 7, 33, 35 and 116 connect the town; I-84 is just north in Danbury.
Schools
Ridgefield Public Schools serves the town, with Ridgefield High School as its high school.
For current information, visit the Ridgefield Public Schools website.
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A great fit if you're looking for
- A classic, walkable New England town center
- Arts, dining and culture close to home
- Open space and lakes
- Strong public schools