James Ridgway

1755–1838 (age 83)

Biography

James Ridgway stood among the stalwart printers whose presses spread news, ideas, and encouragement across the community surrounding the Moravian Burial Ground. His craft was marked by precision and a sincere belief in the value of printed words.

Ridgway’s diligence sustained the written communications that bound neighbors together, earning him respect for both his entrepreneurial spirit and his contribution to civic dialogue.