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1940s Maps of Bridgton, Maine

Explore 6 historic maps of Bridgton from the 1940s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1940s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Bridgton's landscape evolved across the 1940s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1940s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
  • View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Bridgton's history through authentic maps from the 1940s. This is your window into the past.

Bridgton, ME maps

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  1. 1941 Map of Fryeburg
    1941 Map of Fryeburg
    1941 Fryeburg
    1941 Print · USGS
    Oxford County and the Maine-New Hampshire borderlands are captured here just before the war, showcasing a landscape of isolated hills and interconnected lakes. Genealogists can locate family-named landmarks like Mc Daniels Hill and numerous rural schools including Plummer Sch and Black Mountain Sch.
  4. 1942 Map of Sebago Lake, 1959 Print
    1942 Map of Sebago Lake, 1959 Print
    1942 Sebago Lake
    1959 Print · USGS
    Cumberland County’s lakes and ridges were well-established as a summer destination in the early 1940s, centered around the expanse of Sebago Lake. Researchers can trace old rail routes at East Baldwin Mattocks Sta, find the historic Potter Academy, or locate family sites near South Naples.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1943 Map of Sebago Lake
    1943 Map of Sebago Lake
    1943 Sebago Lake
    1943 Print · USGS
    Maine's lake country thrived during the early 1940s as a hub of rail commerce and early recreation. You can trace the Maine Central Railroad through Steep Falls or find local landmarks like Potter Academy and Songo Lock.
    3 unique versions available
  10. 1946 Map of Norway, 1955 Print
    1946 Map of Norway, 1955 Print
    1946 Norway
    1955 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Oxford County is defined by its deep lake system and timber-driven river settlements before the arrival of modern interstates. Genealogists and historians can trace family plots at Bisbeetown Cem, locate the old Lewis Sch, and find historical hubs like Scribners Mill and the Fairgrounds.
    4 unique versions available
  13. 1949 Map of Portland
    1949 Map of Portland
    1949 Portland
    1949 Print · USGS
    Coastal Maine and the New Hampshire interior are shown in detail during the late forties, from the bustling harbors to the lakeside villages. Researchers can trace historical rail networks like the Boston & Maine RR and locate coastal defenses such as Fort Preble.
    3 unique versions available
  16. 1949 Map of Norway
    1949 Map of Norway
    1949 Norway
    1949 Print · USGS
    Oxford County and the upper Cumberland lakes region are shown here in the mid-forties, capturing the era of small-town mills and rail-fed industry. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations through Bisbeetown Cem, Scribners Mill, and the historic Bell Hill Meeting House.
    2 unique versions available
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