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1950s Maps of Wells, Maine

Explore 9 historic maps of Wells 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 Wells'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.
  • 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 Wells's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Wells, ME maps

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  1. 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
  4. 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
  7. 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
  10. 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
  13. 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
  16. 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
  19. 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
  22. 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
  25. 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
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