Thompson Sanctuary

Parsonage Road, Greenwich, Fairfield County, Connecticut

1.6 acres

Geology/Topography:

a dam on Brothers Brook formed Thompson Pond

History:

early 20th century -- Ray Thompson owned this land that was then considered far out of town.

The Thompson Sanctuary is part of his estate, a gift from his daughter, Ruth Thompson.

The Greenwich Land Trust and members of a neighborhood association now preside over the property.

Habitats:

Thompson Pond (where neighbors camped, fished and ice skated)

Wildlife:

muskrat

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