In 1867, a 9th-10th century Dirham treasure minted by Abbasid and Saffarid nobility was found in Riešė.

Lands and manor in the eldership were historically known since 16th century, when they belonged to the Vilnius Chapter.

In 1681, the mansion was given rights to build a bridge across Riešė River and collect tolls.

[1] In 2017, the official coat-of-arms of Riešė Eldership was approved by a presidential decree.

There are 45 villages and 25 homesteads located within the eldership, the largest of which is Didžioji Riešė (2,520 inhabitants).