1900s (20th Century) Maps of Falmouth, Massachusetts

Explore 55 historic maps of Falmouth from the 1900s (20th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1900s — 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 Falmouth's landscape evolved across the 1900s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Falmouth, MA maps

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  1. 1915 Map of Falmouth, 1943 Print
    1915 Map of Falmouth, 1943 Print
    1915 Falmouth
    1943 Print · USGS
    Upper Cape Cod during the mid-forties reveals a landscape of growing military activity alongside traditional coastal villages. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Camp Edwards and find historic post offices at Waquoit Village or Monument Beach.

  2. 1918 Map of New Bedford, 1921 Print
    1918 Map of New Bedford, 1921 Print
    1918 New Bedford
    1921 Print · USGS
    The Buzzards Bay coastline thrived with rail and maritime commerce during the early twentieth century. Researchers can trace historic shorelines and infrastructure at New Bedford, Fairhaven, and Clark Point Light.

  3. 1920 Map of Falmouth
    1920 Map of Falmouth
    1920 Falmouth
    1920 Print · USGS
    Coastal Barnstable County comes to life in this post-war military survey of the Falmouth peninsula and its maritime approaches. Researchers can trace the Old Colony RR to Falmouth Station or locate landmarks like Nobska Point Light and Waquoit Village.

  4. 1935 Map of Pocasset
    1935 Map of Pocasset
    1935 Pocasset
    1935 Print · USGS
    The Upper Cape coast and its military transition are captured in the mid-1930s, showing the early layout of Camp Edwards. Trace the coastal rail line through Pocasset Sta or locate family landmarks like the Tobey Cem and the State Pier.

  5. 1936 Map of Onset
    1936 Map of Onset
    1936 Onset
    1936 Print · USGS
    Coastal Massachusetts at the height of the mid-thirties reveals a landscape of summer resorts and maritime life along Buzzards Bay. Genealogists and historians can trace old settlements like Onset or locate landmarks like Wings Neck Lighthouse and the Beverly Yacht Club.

  6. 1936 Map of Falmouth
    1936 Map of Falmouth
    1936 Falmouth
    1936 Print · USGS
    Coastal Barnstable County is documented here in the mid-1930s, showing the early layouts of seaside villages and their surrounding finger ponds. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Falmouth Heights, Waquoit Village, and the Harbor Lighthouse.

  7. 1936 Map of Woods Hole
    1936 Map of Woods Hole
    1936 Woods Hole
    1936 Print · USGS
    The Elizabeth Islands and the Falmouth coast are captured here in the mid-1930s, showing the maritime heart of Cape Cod before modern development. Researchers can trace historic properties at Penzance Pt, the grounds of the Falmouth Country Club, and the intricate shoreline of Naushon Island.

  8. 1940 Map of Sconticut Neck
    1940 Map of Sconticut Neck
    1940 Sconticut Neck
    1940 Print · USGS
    Coastal Fairhaven and its surrounding islands appear here in the mid-1930s, showing the early layout of the peninsula and its maritime borders. Trace the path of Sconticut Neck Road to the tip at Sconticut Point or explore the shores of West Island.
    3 unique versions available

  9. 1941 Map of Woods Hole
    1941 Map of Woods Hole
    1941 Woods Hole
    1941 Print · USGS
    The Buzzards Bay shoreline and the Elizabeth Islands appear here just before the mid-century, featuring a landscape of maritime industry and coastal estates. Researchers can trace the New York New Haven and Hartford rail line, locate family plots at Crowell Cem, or explore the marshes of Great Sippowisset Swamp.
    3 unique versions available

  10. 1941 Map of Onset
    1941 Map of Onset
    1941 Onset
    1941 Print · USGS
    Coastal Massachusetts at the start of the 1940s reveals a landscape of maritime recreation and local industry. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Onset and East Marion, or locate landmarks like the Wings Neck Lighthouse and Agawam Cem.
    4 unique versions available

  11. 1941 Map of Cotuit
    1941 Map of Cotuit
    1941 Cotuit
    1941 Print · USGS
    Cape Cod's south shore and the villages of Barnstable appear here in the late thirties, before modern coastal development reshaped the peninsula. Researchers can trace ancestral sites like the Old Indian School, St Marys church, and family plots in Hillside Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 1941 Map of Falmouth
    1941 Map of Falmouth
    1941 Falmouth
    1941 Print · USGS
    Cape Cod's south shore appears just before the mid-century boom, showing the maritime and residential character of the 1930s. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named areas like Smarttown, old congregations at East End Ch, and the development of Waquoit Village.
    3 unique versions available

  13. 1941 Map of Pocasset
    1941 Map of Pocasset
    1941 Pocasset
    1941 Print · USGS
    Cape Cod was undergoing significant military expansion in the early 1940s while maintaining its seaside character. Researchers can trace the layout of Camp Edwards and Otis Field alongside coastal villages like Cataumet and Monument Beach.
    2 unique versions available

  14. 1942 Map of Cape Cod Bay
    1942 Map of Cape Cod Bay
    1942 Cape Cod Bay
    1942 Print · USGS
    The mid-Cape and Outer Cape regions are shown here during the early war years, documenting a landscape of coastal villages and maritime trade. Researchers can trace family roots through old settlements like South Truro, find the grounds of Camp Edwards, or locate historic aids like Sandy Neck Light.

  15. 1942 Map of Marthas Vineyard
    1942 Map of Marthas Vineyard
    1942 Marthas Vineyard
    1942 Print · USGS
    Martha's Vineyard and the Elizabeth Islands appear here during the early years of the second World War. Researchers can trace historical lighthouse locations like Gay Head LH and Tarpaulin Cove LH, and explore the 1940s boundaries of Edgartown and Vineyard Haven.

  16. 1942 Map of New Bedford
    1942 Map of New Bedford
    1942 New Bedford
    1942 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Massachusetts at the start of the 1940s shows a region defined by maritime defense and industrial rail corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace the massive Camp Edwards boundary, old rail stops like Rock Station, and vanished local industry at Paper Mill Village.
    2 unique versions available

  17. 1943 Map of Cotuit
    1943 Map of Cotuit
    1943 Cotuit
    1943 Print · USGS
    Cape Cod's south shore appears in the early forties as a landscape of interconnected bays and quiet villages before the post-war building boom. Genealogists and local historians can trace family plots in the Old Barnstable Cem or locate the historic school and church sites in Marstons Mills and Santuit.
    3 unique versions available

  18. 1943 Map of Pocasset
    1943 Map of Pocasset
    1943 Pocasset
    1943 Print · USGS
    Cape Cod was undergoing a massive military transformation during the early forties, even as its traditional coastal villages remained intact. Researchers can trace the sprawling layout of Camp Edwards and Otis Field alongside local landmarks like Pocasset Sta and the Beaton Bog.
    2 unique versions available

  19. 1944 Map of Vineyard Haven
    1944 Map of Vineyard Haven
    1944 Vineyard Haven
    1944 Print · USGS
    The northern shores of Martha's Vineyard appear here just before the mid-century, documenting the island's coastal villages and interior woodlands. Local historians can trace family-named sites like Looks Pond and Crocker Pond or locate West Chop Lighthouse.
    3 unique versions available

  20. 1946 Map of Pocasset
    1946 Map of Pocasset
    1946 Pocasset
    1946 Print · USGS
    The Upper Cape is captured during the mid-forties, showing the massive military footprint of Camp Edwards alongside quiet coastal villages. Researchers can trace family-named locations like Bear Hollow Farm, the County Sanitorium, and the rail stop at Pocasset Sta.

  21. 1946 Map of Falmouth, 1954 Print
    1946 Map of Falmouth, 1954 Print
    1946 Falmouth
    1954 Print · USGS
    Upper Cape Cod's coastline and interior ponds are captured in detail during the mid-1940s, showing the early growth of seaside summer communities. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through settlements like Teaticket, Mara Vista, and Waquoit Village before later modern development.
    2 unique versions available

  22. 1947 Map of Providence, 1948 Print
    1947 Map of Providence, 1948 Print
    1947 Providence
    1948 Print · USGS
    Southern New England is captured in the mid-1940s, showing a landscape defined by busy industrial ports and expanding military installations. Researchers can trace the rail lines of the N.Y. N.H. & H. RR or locate coastal defenses like Fort Adams and Quonset Point.
    5 unique versions available

  23. 1948 Map of Falmouth, 1949 Print
    1948 Map of Falmouth, 1949 Print
    1948 Falmouth
    1949 Print · USGS
    The Falmouth coastline and the interior ponds of Cape Cod are shown here just after the war. Researchers can trace family history through sites like Oak Grove Cemetery, St Anthonys Church, and the vanished lanes of Smalltown.

  24. 1948 Map of Providence, 1951 Print
    1948 Map of Providence, 1951 Print
    1948 Providence
    1951 Print · USGS
    Southern New England’s coastal reaches are captured here in the late 1940s, from the industrial heart of Providence to the tip of Provincetown. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Central Vermont Railway and locate active military sites such as Otis Air Force Base and Fort Rodman.

  25. 1948 Map of Sconticut Neck, 1958 Print
    1948 Map of Sconticut Neck, 1958 Print
    1948 Sconticut Neck
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Fairhaven shoreline and Buzzards Bay islands are captured here in the late 1940s, showing a maritime landscape in transition. Researchers can trace the development of Sconticut Neck along Sconticut Neck Road and out to West Island via the Causeway.

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