Henry G. Ferguson

Henry G. Ferguson
Henry G. Ferguson, circa 1950
Born
Henry Gardiner Ferguson

(1882-01-21)January 21, 1882
DiedNovember 29, 1966(1966-11-29) (aged 84)
NationalityAmerican
Alma mater
Known for
Spouse
Alice Lowe
(m. 1914; died 1951)
AwardsDepartment of the Interior's "Distinguished Service Award"
Scientific career
FieldsGeology

Henry Gardiner Ferguson (January 21, 1882 – November 29, 1966) was an American geologist with the United States Geological Survey (USGS). He worked primarily in Nevada and was a pioneer in the geology of the central Great Basin, producing many publications, including multiple USGS geological maps of central Nevada. Ferguson was a lifelong friend and colleague of Levi Noble, a mentor to Ralph Roberts, and worked extensively with Siemon Muller. Along with his wife Alice Ferguson, he helped found the Moyaone Reserve community in Accokeek, Maryland.