Canandaigua in Ontario County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Mary Lee Clark Thompson
"Lady Bountiful"
(1835-1923)
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., May 4, 2024
1. Mary Lee Clark Thompson Marker
On June 14, 1904, local philanthropist, Mary Lee Clark Thompson officially opened the F.F. Thompson Hospital and gave it to the community in memory of her husband, Frederick Ferris Thompson. This sculpture symbolizes and honors Mrs. Thompson's generous gift.
Mr. Thompson is shown supporting her efforts, while the children hold artistic representations of the Thompson health mascot and of Sonnenberg Gardens, the Thompsons beloved summer home. Although the Thompsons did not have children of their own, their philanthropic contributions often benefited the youth of this community.
"The Gift" was commissioned by Thompson Health in 2004 to celebrate 100 years of caring and to commemorate the momentous contributions Mary Clark Thompson made to the Canandaigua community during her lifetime.
"The Gift"
by Dexter Benedict
is given to this community by
Thompsonhealth
through the generous contributions of
Constellation Brands
The Canandaigua National Bank & Trust Co.
Lechase Construction
Polisseni Family Foundation
Printing Methods Inc.
RG&E
Thompson Guild
in celebration of Thompson Health's 100th anniversary:
June 14, 2004
Erected 2004 by Thompsonhealth, Thompson Guild, and
this page online
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Science & Medicine. A significant historical date for this entry is June 14, 1904.
Location. 42° 53.492′ N, 77° 17.059′ W. Marker is in Canandaigua, New York, in Ontario County. Marker is at the intersection of Main Street (New York State Route 21/332) and Wilcox Lane, on the right when traveling south on Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 120 North Main Street, Canandaigua NY 14424, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The History of St. Mary's Church (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Susan B. Anthony (approx. Ό mile away); Lafayette's Tour (approx. Ό mile away); 200 Years of Peace and Friendship (approx. Ό mile away); The Last General Council of the United States (approx. Ό mile away); Canandaigua City Hall (approx. 0.3 miles away); Historic Canandaigua Public Square (approx. 0.3 miles away); The Railroad (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Canandaigua.
Also see . . .
1. Mary Clark Thompson Biography (Williams College). (Submitted on May 5, 2024, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
2. Historical Perspective on Sonnenberg. (Submitted on May 5, 2024, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., May 4, 2024
2. Mary Lee Clark Thompson Marker
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., May 4, 2024
3. Mary Lee Clark Thompson Marker and "The Gift" Sculpture
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., May 4, 2024
4. "The Gift" Sculpture
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., May 4, 2024
5. "The Gift" Sculpture
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., May 4, 2024
6. F.F. Thompson Hospital (now Apartments)
Credits. This page was last revised on May 6, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 5, 2024, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 60 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on May 5, 2024, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
