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Old Maps of Standish, Maine for Metal Detecting

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Standish, ME maps

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  1. 1891 Map of Buxton
    1891 Map of Buxton
    1891 Buxton
    1891 Print · USGS
    The Saco River valley at the end of the nineteenth century is captured here in detail, showcasing a network of mill villages and early rail lines. Researchers can trace the path of the Portland and Rochester Railroad and locate historic sites like Shaker Village, Salmon Falls, and Nasons Mills.
  4. 1892 Map of Buxton, 1913 Print
    1892 Map of Buxton, 1913 Print
    1892 Buxton
    1913 Print · USGS
    Southern Maine's mill towns and river valleys are captured here in the late nineteenth century as the industrial economy thrived along the Saco River. Genealogists and historians can trace the early layouts of Shaker Village, Nasons Mills, and Salmon Falls before modern development changed these rural landscapes.
    4 unique versions available
  7. 1893 Map of Buxton
    1893 Map of Buxton
    1893 Buxton
    1893 Print · USGS
    The York County interior flourished in the late nineteenth century as a hub of river-powered industry and rail transport. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites and vanished mill hamlets like Shaker Village, Nasons Mills, and Salmon Falls.
    3 unique versions available
  10. 1894 Map of Gray
    1894 Map of Gray
    1894 Gray
    1894 Print · USGS
    Maine's Sebago Lake region at the close of the nineteenth century shows a network of mill towns and early rail lines. Trace family roots and vanished landmarks through New Gloucester, Sabbathday Lake, and the depots along the Maine Central R. R.
  13. 1896 Map of Sebago
    1896 Map of Sebago
    1896 Sebago
    1896 Print · USGS
    Cumberland County’s lake country thrived on a network of water and rail transport at the end of the Victorian era. Researchers can trace the Steamboat Route through Sebago Lake and locate old industrial sites like Songo Lock, Cooks Mills, and Steep Falls.
    8 unique versions available
  16. 1898 Map of Gray
    1898 Map of Gray
    1898 Gray
    1898 Print · USGS
    In the 1890s, this area of southern Maine was a landscape of evolving rail connections and traditional mill towns. Genealogists can trace family roots through settlements like New Gloucester and Cumberland Center, or locate early landmarks such as Webbs Mills and Sabbathday Lake.
    7 unique versions available
  19. 1942 Map of Gray, 1956 Print
    1942 Map of Gray, 1956 Print
    1942 Gray
    1956 Print · USGS
    Cumberland County’s interior landscape comes into focus during the early 1940s, revealing a network of rail-side stations and crossroads hamlets. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near Suckerville, Purinton Cem, and the Friends Ch.
  22. 1942 Map of Buxton, 1958 Print
    1942 Map of Buxton, 1958 Print
    1942 Buxton
    1958 Print · USGS
    In the early 1940s, the river valleys of southern Maine were defined by a tight-knit network of mill towns and rail corridors. Trace family roots and local industry through features like Salmon Falls, Shaw Mills, and the Chadbourne Cem.
    3 unique versions available
  25. 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
  28. 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
  31. 1944 Map of Buxton
    1944 Map of Buxton
    1944 Buxton
    1944 Print · USGS
    The Saco River valley during the mid-forties reveals a landscape of mill towns and interconnected rural hamlets. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Bar Mills, locate the Chadbourne Cem, or follow the path of the Boston and Maine railroad.
    3 unique versions available
  34. 1944 Map of Gray
    1944 Map of Gray
    1944 Gray
    1944 Print · USGS
    Cumberland County village life and the rail-and-water economy are captured here just after the war. You can trace the Maine Central line through several depots or locate historic family landmarks like Purinton Cem and the Opportunity Sch.
    3 unique versions available
  37. 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
  40. 1956 Map of Portland, 1963 Print
    1956 Map of Portland, 1963 Print
    1956 Portland
    1963 Print · USGS
    Southern Maine and eastern New Hampshire are captured here in the mid-fifties, during a time of major highway expansion and military growth. You can trace the path of the Maine Turnpike and locate landmarks like the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and Sebago Lake.
    4 unique versions available
  43. 1957 Map of North Windham, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of North Windham, 1959 Print
    1957 North Windham
    1959 Print · USGS
    Cumberland County's lake-and-river landscape is captured here in the late fifties, during a period of steady residential and industrial growth. Researchers can trace family history through several local burial grounds like Purington Cem or explore the river economy at Eel Weir Power Sta.
    4 unique versions available
  46. 1957 Map of Gray, 1960 Print
    1957 Map of Gray, 1960 Print
    1957 Gray
    1960 Print · USGS
    Cumberland County during the mid-fifties shows a landscape of established rail towns and growing turnpike access. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near crossroads like Ireland Corner, find old schools such as Gloucester Hill School, and locate rural landmarks like Windham Plains Chapel.
    5 unique versions available
  49. 1959 Map of Portland
    1959 Map of Portland
    1959 Portland
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Maine and New Hampshire coastlines meet in this mid-century portrait of maritime commerce and inland rail networks. Researchers can trace the legacy of coastal defense at Fort Williams and follow the historic path of the Maine Central RR through the White Mountain National Forest.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1963 Map of Portland
    1963 Map of Portland
    1963 Portland
    1963 Print · USGS
    Coastal Maine and New Hampshire thrived as maritime and industrial hubs during the mid-sixties, linked by a dense network of rail and river. Researchers can trace historic transit corridors like the Maine Central RR and locate key sites such as the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard or Pease Air Force Base.
    3 unique versions available
  55. 1983 Map of Steep Falls, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Steep Falls, 1984 Print
    1983 Steep Falls
    1984 Print · USGS
    Maine's riverfront settlements and family farmsteads are detailed here in the early 1980s. Genealogists can locate numerous family burial sites like Emerson-Thorne Cem and Lord Cem, or trace the winding Saco River past Steep Falls.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 1983 Map of Standish, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Standish, 1984 Print
    1983 Standish
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Saco River valley in the early 1980s reveals a network of rural hamlets and small-town Maine life before modern expansion. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations through numerous sites like Meeting House Hill Cem, Shaw Mills, and Tylers Corner.
  61. 1983 Map of Sebago Lake, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Sebago Lake, 1984 Print
    1983 Sebago Lake
    1984 Print · USGS
    Cumberland County’s lakefront and forest lands are documented here during the early eighties, capturing the character of Standish and Raymond. Researchers can trace the Maine Central rail line and locate community staples like Richville, the Johnson Sch, and Friendship Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  64. 1983 Map of Limington, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Limington, 1984 Print
    1983 Limington
    1984 Print · USGS
    York County in the early eighties shows a landscape of traditional river settlements and new lakeside growth. Genealogists and local historians can locate Chadbournes Mills, the Emory Mem Sch, and family landmarks near Higgins Corner.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1985 Map of Portland, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of Portland, 1986 Print
    1985 Portland
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Maine coast and Sebago Lake region are captured in the mid-1980s, showcasing the transition from traditional maritime centers to a modern transportation hub. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Grand Trunk RR and find local landmarks such as the U.S. Marine Hospital or Old Orchard Beach.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 2011 Map of North Windham, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of North Windham, 2011 Print
    2011 North Windham
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Standish, including Windham, Gorham, and other nearby areas
  73. 2011 Map of Steep Falls, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Steep Falls, 2011 Print
    2011 Steep Falls
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Standish, including Limington, Sebago, and other nearby areas
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