Old Maps of Falmouth, Massachusetts for Academic Research

1. 1885 Map of New Bedford

   

   1885 New Bedford

   1885 Print · USGS

   The Buzzards Bay coastline and its industrial hubs are captured here as the maritime economy met the rising age of rail. Genealogy and local history researchers can trace the streets of New Bedford, the tracks of the Old Colony Railroad, and coastal landmarks like Clark Point Light.

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4. 1886 Map of Falmouth

   

   1886 Falmouth

   1886 Print · USGS

   The Cape Cod peninsula during the late nineteenth century shows a landscape transitioning between maritime tradition and rail-driven growth. Genealogists can trace family footprints in Waquoit Village, Teaticket, and Menauhant while following the Old Colony Railroad corridor.

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7. 1887 Map of Marthas Vineyard

   

   1887 Marthas Vineyard

   1887 Print · USGS

   Martha's Vineyard in the late nineteenth century remains a landscape of maritime commerce and quiet island life. Genealogists can trace family names and early settlements from Cottage City and Edgartown to the rural roads of West Tisbury.

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10. 1888 Map of Barnstable

    

    1888 Barnstable

    1888 Print · USGS

    Mid-Cape Cod in the late nineteenth century was defined by its maritime commerce and the arrival of the rail. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of local life at the Indian Meeting House, Marston's Mills, and the Old Colony Railroad.

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13. 1888 Map of New Bedford

    

    1888 New Bedford

    1888 Print · USGS

    The bustling whale oil and textile hub of New Bedford is shown here at its maritime peak in the late nineteenth century. Genealogists can trace early neighborhood grids and find outlying rural stops like Braleys Station, Turners Mills, and Nasketucket.

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16. 1888 Map of Falmouth

    

    1888 Falmouth

    1888 Print · USGS

    The Buzzards Bay coastline and upper Cape Cod are captured here in the late nineteenth century, documenting the critical arrival of the railroad. Researchers can trace the Old Colony Railroad to its terminus at Woods Holl or locate maritime landmarks like Wing's Neck Light.

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19. 1889 Map of Marthas Vineyard

    

    1889 Marthas Vineyard

    1889 Print · USGS

    The eastern shores of the Vineyard come alive in the late Victorian era, showcasing the early growth of Cottage City and Edgartown. Genealogists and historians can trace old road networks connecting West Tisbury to the coast and locate historic beacons like West Chop Light.

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22. 1893 Map of Barnstable

    

    1893 Barnstable

    1893 Print · USGS

    Cape Cod in the late nineteenth century remains a landscape of maritime navigation and early rail travel. Genealogists can trace family roots through sites like the Indian Meeting House, the Yarmouth Camp Grounds, and the Spring Hill Academy.

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25. 1893 Map of Falmouth

    

    1893 Falmouth

    1893 Print · USGS

    Cape Cod's western shore and the upper reaches of Buzzards Bay are captured here in the late nineteenth century as rail travel transformed the coast. Genealogists can trace family names at Waquoit Village or follow the Old Colony Railroad through Woods Holl and Falmouth Station.

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28. 1893 Map of New Bedford

    

    1893 New Bedford

    1893 Print · USGS

    The South Coast of Massachusetts is captured here in the late nineteenth century as a hub of maritime trade and rail transit. Researchers can trace the waterfront development of New Bedford, find old coastal lights like Neds Point Light, and locate family settlements at Potomska and Apponagansett.

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31. 1894 Map of Marthas Vineyard, 1898 Print

    

    1894 Marthas Vineyard

    1898 Print · USGS

    Martha's Vineyard in the 1890s appears as a land of maritime necessity and early coastal villages. Genealogists can trace family settlements in Vineyard Haven and Edgartown or locate lighthouses like West Chop Light and Cape Poge Light.

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34. 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.

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37. 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.

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40. 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.

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43. 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.

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46. 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.

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49. 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.

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52. 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.

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55. 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.

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58. 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.

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61. 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.

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64. 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.

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67. 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.

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70. 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.

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73. 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.

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