G.M. Thompson and Sons, Inc

G.M. Thompson and Sons, Inc Animal Feeds and related supplies. Lawn and Garden products. Wood pellets. Biobricks. Hay, Straw and Our company has a long history of community and family. G.

On March 9, 1875, Charles W. DeWolfe of New London purchased a building that was built by Lewis Brigham and began using it as a store. The building switched hands from DeWolfe to Merrit Smith, who also bought the house to the west of the store. He added an apartment above the store where his grandson, G. Merrit Thompson was born in 1906. Merritt Thompson states, “My grandfather owned the store unt

il 1907 or 1908 when he sold it to George Reynolds, who used to own the Spring Manor farm north of here. Reynolds owned it for just a short while and then my grandfather bought it back. He then sold it to a man by the name of Pierce who kept it for a year and sold it to a man named Hansen in about 1909. Hansen ran the store until October 30, 1934 when Hernberg and I went into partnership and bought him out. On July 1, 1936, I bought out Hernberg and he went across the street. When on October 1, 1963, I incorporated with my three sons, Burnham W. Thompson, George Merritt Thompson, Jr., and Byron L. Thompson.”

Mr. Thompson’s father, E. Burnham Thompson, worked for his father-in-law, Merritt Smith, for three years until the business was sold. He then worked for Hansen in 1910 and delivered groceries and grain throughout Mansfield, North Coventry, all the way to the end of Andover making as many as fifty-two stops. As you walk into the store, the northeast front corner is the original part of the store, and upon looking carefully; it is easy to see where a newer section was added by Smith at a later date. A section to the very rear, where the meat counter and office are, was added by Hansen. In this section, the post office stood for about twenty-five years until it was moved across the street in 1937. The grain shed to the east of the store was built by Mr. Smith in either 1876 or 1877, but it was closer to the road and later moved back.

55 Year Award

June is National Dairy Month! We’re grateful for the farmers and farm families whose hard work and dedication help bring...
06/03/2026

June is National Dairy Month! We’re grateful for the farmers and farm families whose hard work and dedication help bring fresh dairy products to our communities every day.

Tuesday This or That - React with your favorite!
06/02/2026

Tuesday This or That - React with your favorite!

June is National Month 🐾Your emergency preparedness plan should include every member of the family—including pets. Tak...
06/01/2026

June is National Month 🐾
Your emergency preparedness plan should include every member of the family—including pets. Take time this month to learn how to help keep your furry friends safe and ready for unexpected situations. https://buff.ly/BltEH20

Stop by a grab a bag or two, your birds will love it!
05/30/2026

Stop by a grab a bag or two, your birds will love it!

CLEAN COOPS. HAPPY HENS. LESS MESS.

Your chickens deserve better bedding.

KOOP CLEAN from Lucerne Farms

An all-natural chopped straw bedding, with natural volcanic ash, designed to help keep coops cleaner, drier, and fresher naturally.

✔️ Highly absorbent
✔️ Helps reduce odors & ammonia
✔️ Soft & comfortable for your flock
✔️ Easy to clean and manage
✔️ Eco-friendly & all-natural

Whether you have a few backyard hens or a full flock, Koop Clean helps create a healthier environment your chickens will flock too!

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What are you most excited to plant this year?
05/29/2026

What are you most excited to plant this year?

We love our customers and they love us right back! Feel free to tell us about a great recent experience you've had wit...
05/26/2026

We love our customers and they love us right back! Feel free to tell us about a great recent experience you've had with us.

In remembrance of those who gave everything, we honor their legacy and sacrifice this Memorial Day.
05/25/2026

In remembrance of those who gave everything, we honor their legacy and sacrifice this Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

It's FINALLY time to start shedding those winter layers and spend some time in the sun!! But what are you going to wear??? We have you covered with Thompson's t-shirts just for YOU!

Each shirt matches perfectly with a freshly planted garden...
A summer sunset while doing your nightly barn chores....
Pouring that first cup of coffee while listening to the birds on your feeders...
Mowing the lawn on a sunday morning (before your neighbor does) with a cold beverage in your hand and the logo of your favorite store over your chest...
Taking the dog for a hike and maybe a pup cup after...
Collecting eggs from your new spring chicks (in a few months)...
Taking the kids for ice cream...
Picking up one of the best grinders around (from right inside our store, of course)...
Or sitting on the back porch after a long day...

Come pick up a shirt today and be part of the Thompson's family even from the comfort of your own home! Available in Orchid, Sand, and Kelly Green. Medium - 2XL. Limited supply, but a good outfit guaranteed for just $15!

Address

54 Middle Tpke
Mansfield Depot, CT
06251

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8am - 3pm

Telephone

(860) 429-9377

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