Discoveries of the Battle of Ridgefield Archaeology Project

In the year leading up to the American 250th celebration, a team of archaeologists has found exciting new evidence that adds to the understanding of the Battle of Ridgefield and its place in the history of the United States.

Dr. Kevin McBride will talk about the team’s findings. This event is co-sponsored by the Ridgefield Historical Society and the Ridgefield Library and is part of both organizations’ commemoration of the 250^th anniversary of America in 2026. Admission is free, thanks to the Battlefield Grant, but registration is required on the Ridgefield Historical Society website.

The archaeologists who spent time in Ridgefield last spring, summer and fall were informed by historical research done under the historical society’s 2021 N.P.S. grant and with that documentation they focused on likely areas where artifacts indicating fighting might be found. The many objects the group discovered presented several surprises that appear to change the historical record. 

Dr. McBride will explain how his team worked and share the discoveries made in this latest battlefield study. It’s become clear that the Battle of Ridgefield encompassed at least four engagements, with harassment of the British continuing from Ridgebury right through the center of town to their overnight encampment south of the village.

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