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.
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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

11/13/2024

TIS THE SEASON! GIVING SEASON!

We are excited to announce that our annual Giving Tree Program is LIVE in store, NOW until the end of the year!

These four local farms and rescues have definitely made the NICE LIST. So they've sent us and all of YOU holiday elves their very own Wish Lists! Each ornament on our Giving Tree lists an item that you can purchase on their behalf. And we take care of the rest!

The winter months are long, especially when you have lots of animals to take care of too. Thank you all for helping us spread some holiday cheer!

Tara Farm Rescue - Coventry, CT
Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement - Salem, CT
Flying Free Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc. - Franklin, CT
DeCarli Equestrian Center - Ellington, CT

🍂 With shorter, darker days ahead, it's essential to keep your furry friends safe on evening walks. Here are some tips...
11/12/2024

🍂 With shorter, darker days ahead, it's essential to keep your furry friends safe on evening walks. Here are some tips for a safer stroll with your pup:
🐾Wear reflective gear
🐾Stay alert
🐾Plan your route ahead
🐾Consider keeping your dog on a shorter leash
🐾Opt for well-lit routes

To our veterans, we extend our deepest gratitude today and every day.We would love to have YOU for lunch today! Come in ...
11/11/2024

To our veterans, we extend our deepest gratitude today and every day.

We would love to have YOU for lunch today! Come in to grab a lunch ticket from our Deli counter for a FREE half grinder or hard roll.

Call your orders in ahead of time at 860-429-9377 and let us know you are a Veteran and we will have the ticket ready with your order in our Pick Up area.

Thank you for your service.

CALLING ALL VETERANS! Are you free for lunch on Monday??Come in to redeem a lunch ticket for a FREE half grinder or hard...
11/09/2024

CALLING ALL VETERANS! Are you free for lunch on Monday??

Come in to redeem a lunch ticket for a FREE half grinder or hard roll, compliments of the Thompson's family and our wonderful customers!! As always, thank you for your service and we look forward to celebrating with YOU.

Only THREE MORE DAYS to help us to honor our Veterans! Stop in tomorrow, Saturday, or Monday to Buy A Veteran Lunch!Ve...
11/07/2024

Only THREE MORE DAYS to help us to honor our Veterans! Stop in tomorrow, Saturday, or Monday to Buy A Veteran Lunch!

Vets - We can't wait to have lunch with you on Monday, November 11th. Thank you for your service.

Did you know cats sleep for about 13 to 16 hours a day? 😴 What's the funniest spot your cat loves to nap?
11/06/2024

Did you know cats sleep for about 13 to 16 hours a day? 😴 What's the funniest spot your cat loves to nap?

We are very grateful to be able to run our Pay It Forward lunch program for the THIRD Veteran's Day in a row! Thank you ...
11/05/2024

We are very grateful to be able to run our Pay It Forward lunch program for the THIRD Veteran's Day in a row! Thank you to all our customers who participate and thank you to our Veteran heroes for giving us a chance to give just a little back, in honor of your bravery and service.

If you would like to participate and PAY IT FORWARD, lunch tickets are available NOW to purchase at the front counter. Each ticket will then be posted on the board at the Deli Counter for a Veteran to redeem on Veteran's Day, November 11, 2024.

Veterans - please keep us in mind for lunch on Monday to redeem a ticket for a FREE half grinder or hard roll!! We look forward to having lunch with you every day, but especially this one!

11/05/2024
Check out these essential tips to keep your pond in top shape this fall! 🍂
11/05/2024

Check out these essential tips to keep your pond in top shape this fall! 🍂

Do you want to look as cool as us?? There's limited stock left of our custom TRUCKER HATS! Come get one before they are ...
11/04/2024

Do you want to look as cool as us?? There's limited stock left of our custom TRUCKER HATS! Come get one before they are gone!

11/02/2024

Remember to turn your clocks back 1 hour before going to bed tonight!

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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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TIS THE SEASON! GIVING SEASON! We are excited to announce that our annual Giving Tree Program is LIVE in store, NOW until the end of the year! These four local farms and rescues have definitely made the NICE LIST. So they've sent us and all of YOU holiday elves their very own Wish Lists! Each ornament on our Giving Tree lists an item that you can purchase on their behalf. And we take care of the rest! The winter months are long, especially when you have lots of animals to take care of too. Thank you all for helping us spread some holiday cheer! Tara Farm Rescue - Coventry, CT Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement - Salem, CT Flying Free Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc. - Franklin, CT DeCarli Equestrian Center - Ellington, CT

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Video General - Time Change.mp4

Remember to turn your clocks back 1 hour before going to bed tonight!

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Video Pet - Dog Day.mp4

Who else is letting the dogs out today for National Dog Day? 🙋‍♀️

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Video Pet - Pet Week.mp4

May is a great month to celebrate - National Pet Week is May 5-11! How are you celebrating this year?

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Video FeedFarm - First Day of Spring.mp4

Today is the first day of spring! What do you have planned for this season?

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Video General - Spring Feedback.mp4

What are you looking forward to most this spring season?

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Video Pet Winter.mp4

Today is the First Day of Winter! Do you have any seasonal activities planned?

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December '23 SM Cal Images.mp4

Just a friendly reminder that these will be our upcoming hours for the holiday season: Christmas Eve: Closed Christmas Day: Closed New Year's Eve: Closed New Year's Day: Closed Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from our family to yours!

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Christmas Ideas

Let's tackle those Christmas Lists together! We are all stocked up on DRYSHOD FOOTWEAR for our 25 Days of Christmas SALE.

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Video Pet - Feedback.mp4

Deck the Paws! Share a photo of your pet enjoying a festive activity. 🎄🐾 #HolidayPets

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Video General - Thanksgiving Day.mp4

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! As a reminder, we will be closed today. Wishing you a wonderful day.

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