Thompson Island is one of the many islands making up the Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area.
David Thompson established a trading post on the island in 1626. The island was mainly used for grazing of livestock until 1833 when a boys school was founded. It passed through several iterations and eventually came under the umbrella of the Outward Bound organization. The island has a 78 foot drumlin on the northeastern half of the island surrounded by low laying hills, wetlands and a salt marsh.
Outside of Outward Bound activities the island is open to the public on Sundays during the summer months. Special events like weddings can be arranged:
The annual 4K run for charity tales place in the fall. Companies like Golden Cannoli participate in the run.
Find information for the 4K run here. Plan your island wedding here. Look into the Thompson Island Outward Bound Education Center here.
