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1950s Maps of York County, Maine

Explore 31 historic maps of York County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — 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 York County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, 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 1950s, 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.
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Start exploring York County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

York County, ME maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Gorham
    1950 Map of Gorham
    1950 Gorham
    1950 Print · USGS
    Cumberland County at mid-century reveals a bustling network of river-powered mill towns and railroad corridors. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Winship Corner, local institutions such as the State Normal Sch, and several rural burial sites including Browns Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1950 Map of Dover East
    1950 Map of Dover East
    1950 Dover East
    1950 Print · USGS
    The borderlands of New Hampshire and Maine are captured here at mid-century, following the winding Salmon Falls River through a landscape of rail-connected towns. Researchers can trace historic cemeteries and schools such as Pine Hill Cem, Pear Yard School, and the junction at Eliot Depot.
  7. 1952 Map of Portsmouth
    1952 Map of Portsmouth
    1952 Portsmouth
    1952 Print · USGS
    Coastal New Hampshire and Maine are shown in detail during the early fifties, centering on the harbor and the bustling city of Portsmouth. Trace the development of the Piscataqua River waterfront, find ancestral sites like Winnicut Mills, and locate old rail hubs at Greenland Station or Newington Station.
  10. 1956 Map of Kittery, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Kittery, 1957 Print
    1956 Kittery
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Maine and New Hampshire coastlines meet here in the mid-1950s, a landscape shaped by centuries of maritime defense and growing suburban neighborhoods. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Kittery and New Castle, locating landmarks like Fort McClary State Park and the Whaleback Lighthouse.
    5 unique versions available
  13. 1956 Map of Isles Of Shoals, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Isles Of Shoals, 1957 Print
    1956 Isles Of Shoals
    1957 Print · USGS
    The offshore islands of York County and Rockingham County are captured in this mid-century maritime survey. Genealogists and historians can trace the settlement of Gosport on Star Island and locate landmarks like the White Island Lighthouse and the ledges of Duck Island.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1956 Map of Old Orchard Beach, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Old Orchard Beach, 1958 Print
    1956 Old Orchard Beach
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Maine coast in the mid-fifties shows a bustling transition from rail-era resort life to the modern turnpike age. Researchers can trace family landmarks and civic centers like Thornton Academy, the Campground Tabernacle, and Beech Ridge Speedway.
    4 unique versions available
  19. 1956 Map of Biddeford Pool, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Biddeford Pool, 1958 Print
    1956 Biddeford Pool
    1958 Print · USGS
    The coastal community of Biddeford Pool is captured in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape of maritime navigation and summer recreation. Genealogists and historians can trace the local shore from Marie Joseph Academy and the U. S. Coast Guard Station to the rocky outcrops of Fletcher Neck.
    3 unique versions available
  22. 1956 Map of Dover East, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Dover East, 1958 Print
    1956 Dover East
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Maine and New Hampshire borderlands are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the industrial riverfronts and rail junctions of the Piscataqua basin. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Berwick Academy, Pine Hill Cemetery, and the Rollinsford Station during the early days of the turnpike expansion.
    5 unique versions available
  25. 1956 Map of North Berwick, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of North Berwick, 1958 Print
    1956 North Berwick
    1958 Print · USGS
    Southern Maine's transition from rail-era industry to mid-century rural life is captured here in the mid-fifties. Researchers can locate vanished landmarks like Zebulon Knight Hall, the Bethel Gospel Mission, and old stops along the Boston and Maine Railroad.
    3 unique versions available
  28. 1956 Map of York Beach, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of York Beach, 1958 Print
    1956 York Beach
    1958 Print · USGS
    The York and Ogunquit coastlines are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the classic Maine shoreline of summer colonies and working harbors. You can trace early settlement patterns near Concordville, locate the Cape Neddick Lighthouse, and follow the old Railroad Grade.
    3 unique versions available
  31. 1956 Map of York Harbor, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of York Harbor, 1958 Print
    1956 York Harbor
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Maine coast south of the York River in the mid-1950s is shown here as a landscape of historic village centers and inland ponds. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of York Village, locate the Old Gaol, or find family names at Scotland and Agamenticus Village.
    5 unique versions available
  34. 1956 Map of Wells, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Wells, 1958 Print
    1956 Wells
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Maine coastline during the mid-fifties shows a world of established summer colonies and salt marshes. Genealogists and local historians can trace family landmarks at Charles Chase Corner and Mildram Hill, or locate the Ocean View Cemetery and Evergreen Cemetery.
    5 unique versions available
  37. 1956 Map of Biddeford, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Biddeford, 1958 Print
    1956 Biddeford
    1958 Print · USGS
    Coastal Maine in the mid-fifties reveals a busy landscape of mill-town industry and seaside colonies. Trace family history through Arundel Cem or explore the transit history of Millers Crossing and the local Trolley Museum.
    4 unique versions available
  40. 1956 Map of Kennebunkport, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Kennebunkport, 1958 Print
    1956 Kennebunkport
    1958 Print · USGS
    Coastal Maine in the mid-fifties comes alive through this survey of seafaring villages and tidal inlets. Researchers can locate family landmarks from Grist Mill Pond to the Wildes District Sch, and trace the shoreline past the Goat Island Lighthouse.
    4 unique versions available
  43. 1956 Map of Kennebunk, 1959 Print
    1956 Map of Kennebunk, 1959 Print
    1956 Kennebunk
    1959 Print · USGS
    Coastal York County during the mid-fifties shows a fascinating mix of old mill culture and new turnpike development. Researchers can trace family history through dozens of named locations like Hobbs Crossing, Parsonage Corner, and Bartlett Mills.
    4 unique versions available
  46. 1956 Map of Dover, 1960 Print
    1956 Map of Dover, 1960 Print
    1956 Dover
    1960 Print · USGS
    Coastal New Hampshire and the Maine borderlands are captured here during a period of massive transition as modern infrastructure meets historic mill towns. Researchers can trace the development of Pease Air Force Base or locate family roots at Winnicut Mills and Packers Falls Cem.
    4 unique versions available
  49. 1956 Map of York, 1960 Print
    1956 Map of York, 1960 Print
    1956 York
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Maine coastline in the mid-fifties shows a world of historic harbor defenses and growing seaside resorts. Genealogists can trace family names at Brixham Upper Corners, locate the First Parish Ch, and explore the shoreline from York Cliffs to Kittery.
    4 unique versions available
  52. 1956 Map of Biddeford, 1960 Print
    1956 Map of Biddeford, 1960 Print
    1956 Biddeford
    1960 Print · USGS
    The industrial centers of the Saco River valley and the rugged York County coastline come to life in the mid-fifties. Researchers can trace family-named landmarks like Walkers Point, find local heritage sites like Stella Maris Convent, or locate the Wood Island Lighthouse guarding the harbor.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 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
  58. 1956 Map of Portsmouth, 1963 Print
    1956 Map of Portsmouth, 1963 Print
    1956 Portsmouth
    1963 Print · USGS
    Coastal New Hampshire and Maine are shown here during the mid-fifties, just as the massive Pease Air Force Base was established. Researchers can trace family sites from Winnicut Mills to Atlantic Heights and find local landmarks like Breakfast Hill.
    4 unique versions available
  61. 1956 Map of Isles of Shoals, 1964 Print
    1956 Map of Isles of Shoals, 1964 Print
    1956 Isles of Shoals
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Isles of Shoals are captured here in the mid-1950s, detailing the maritime boundary between Maine and New Hampshire. Researchers can locate island landmarks such as Tucke Mon, the Lighthouse on White Island, and the settlement at Appledore.
  64. 1956 Map of Boston, 1967 Print
    1956 Map of Boston, 1967 Print
    1956 Boston
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Massachusetts coastline and industrial interior are seen here during the mid-century peak of suburban and highway expansion. Researchers can trace historic harbor defenses like Fort Revere, local landmarks such as Faneuil Hall, and the vast Parker River National Wildlife Refuge.
    6 unique versions available
  67. 1957 Map of Gorham, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Gorham, 1958 Print
    1957 Gorham
    1958 Print · USGS
    Cumberland County in the late fifties shows a landscape of classic New England town centers and rural corners. Researchers can locate the State Teachers College, early schools like Whitney Sch, and family sites at Gag Corner or Fort Hill Cem.
    3 unique versions available
  70. 1957 Map of Portland, 1960 Print
    1957 Map of Portland, 1960 Print
    1957 Portland
    1960 Print · USGS
    Coastal Maine during the mid-fifties shows the transition from historic maritime centers to the suburban era. Researchers can trace family roots through numerous sites like Evergreen Cem, Thornton Academy, and the State Reformatory for Men.
    3 unique versions available
  73. 1957 Map of Prouts Neck, 1965 Print
    1957 Map of Prouts Neck, 1965 Print
    1957 Prouts Neck
    1965 Print · USGS
    Coastal Cumberland County is mapped here during the late fifties, showing the evolution of its shoreline communities and rail corridors. Trace the local landscape from Old Orchard Beach to the maritime history at Prouts Neck and the Black Point Post Office.
    4 unique versions available
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