Old Maps of Adams, Massachusetts for Metal Detecting
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Adams, MA maps
(45)- 1886 Map of Greylock
1886 Greylock1886 Print · USGSThe northern Berkshires are captured here in the mid-1880s, dominated by the massif of Mt Greylock and the industrial valleys below. Genealogists and researchers can trace the vital rail links through the Hoosac Tunnel Line and find old neighborhood names like Blackington, Cheshire Harbor, and Savoy Hollow. - 1891 Map of Greylock
1891 Greylock1891 Print · USGSThe northern Berkshires are captured here in the late nineteenth century as rail lines and textile centers transformed the rugged valley floor. Genealogists and hikers can trace old homesteads and landmarks like Mt Greylock, the Hoosac Tunnel Line, and the vanished site of Arnoldsville. - 1893 Map of Greylock
1893 Greylock1893 Print · USGSThe Northern Berkshires were at an industrial peak in the late 1800s, centered on the vital rail and water corridors of the Hoosic Valley. Researchers can trace the engineering of the Hoosac Tunnel Line and find historic mill settlements like Maple Grove and Cheshire Harbor. - 1898 Map of Greylock
1898 Greylock1898 Print · USGSThe Berkshire highlands at the close of the nineteenth century reveal a landscape of deep valleys and engineering feats. Trace the path of the Hoosac Tunnel or locate historic mill sites and rail stops in North Adams, Zylonite, and Cheshire.10 unique versions available - 1900 Map of Taconic
1900 Taconic1900 Print · USGSThe tri-state border region of the Taconic Mountains thrived at the turn of the century as a hub of rail travel and valley industry. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of Hoosick Falls, Bennington, and the winding path of the Rutland R.R.4 unique versions available - 1944 Map of Williamstown, 1957 Print
1944 Williamstown1957 Print · USGSBerkshire County at the end of the war years reveals a valley shaped by the prestigious Williams College and the manufacturing centers along the Hoosic River. Genealogists and historians can locate family plots at East Lawn Cem or trace the early industrial layout of Blackinton and Braytonville. - 1944 Map of North Adams, 1958 Print
1944 North Adams1958 Print · USGSBerkshire County's industrial valleys and steep mountain passes are captured here during the mid-forties. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-side neighborhoods like Zylonite, locate family plots in Miller Cem, or find the high-altitude Boston Central Shaft. - 1944 Map of Windsor, 1958 Print
1944 Windsor1958 Print · USGSBerkshire County in the mid-1940s reveals a rugged upland landscape of mountain peaks and winding river valleys before modern development. Genealogists and hikers can trace the path of the Appalachian Trail near Stafford Hill and locate long-standing landmarks like Tannery Falls and Savoy Center. - 1944 Map of Cheshire, 1958 Print
1944 Cheshire1958 Print · USGSThe Hoosic River valley is captured here in the mid-1940s, showing a landscape defined by the Boston and Albany Railroad and upland dairy farming. Researchers can trace historic mill hamlets like Arnoldsville and Cheshire Harbor or locate the Stone Sch.2 unique versions available - 1946 Map of Windsor
1946 Windsor1946 Print · USGSBerkshire County mountain life is captured here in the mid-1940s, showing a landscape of high ridges and rural outposts. Researchers can trace the original path of the Appalachian Trail or locate family sites near Bush Cem and Cherry Hill Sch. - 1946 Map of Cheshire
1946 Cheshire1946 Print · USGSMid-century Berkshire County is captured here during the post-war era, showing the intersection of industrial rail lines and steep mountain terrain. Genealogists and historians can trace the Boston and Albany rail stops through Cheshire Harbor, Farnams, and the Stone Sch. - 1946 Map of Williamstown
1946 Williamstown1946 Print · USGSThe northern Berkshires come alive in the mid-1940s, showing the intersection of academic life and the industrial rail corridor. Genealogists and hikers can trace the original paths of the Appalachian Trail and find family-named landmarks like Theil Farm or the historic Sand Spring. - 1947 Map of Cheshire
1947 Cheshire1947 Print · USGSBerkshire County at the end of the 1940s shows a landscape of mountain ridges and valley industry defined by the Hoosic River corridor. Researchers can trace the Boston and Albany Railroad past the Stone Sch and the waters of Cheshire Reservoir.3 unique versions available - 1947 Map of Windsor
1947 Windsor1947 Print · USGSThe Hoosac Range heights in the late 1940s reveal a landscape of upland farms and mountain trails. Trace the early path of the Appalachian Trail across Weston Mountain and locate remote sites like Savoy Center and the Bush Cem.2 unique versions available - 1947 Map of Williamstown
1947 Williamstown1947 Print · USGSThe Berkshires of the late 1940s are captured here during a period of academic and industrial stability. Trace the grounds of Williams College, the early route of the Appalachian Trail, and family landmarks like Thiel Farm or the high slopes of Mt Greylock.2 unique versions available - 1948 Map of North Adams
1948 North Adams1948 Print · USGSThe Hoosic River valley and the engineering marvels of the Hoosac Range are captured here just after the war. Researchers can trace industrial sites in Zylonite, rural schoolhouses like School No 8, and the ventilation Central Shaft of the railroad tunnel.2 unique versions available - 1948 Map of Albany, 1951 Print
1948 Albany1951 Print · USGSThe Hudson and Connecticut River valleys are captured here in the late 1940s, showing the vital rail and water corridors of the Northeast. You can trace the Boston and Maine tracks past Mt Greylock or locate early settlements like Great Barrington and Bennington. - 1950 Map of North Adams
1950 North Adams1950 Print · USGSThe Hoosic River valley hums with industry and transit at the mid-point of the century. Genealogists and industrial historians can trace the Boston and Maine RR line, the famous Mohawk Trail, and the Hoosac Tunnel Central Shaft. - 1956 Map of Albany, 1968 Print
1956 Albany1968 Print · USGSThe industrial heart of the Northeast is revealed in the mid-1950s, from the Hudson Valley to the Connecticut River. Researchers can trace the legacy of the Quabbin Reservoir, locate Westover Air Force Base, or follow the Rutland RR through the Green Mountains.2 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Albany
1957 Albany1957 Print · USGSThe Tri-State region and Connecticut River Valley are captured here during a period of significant postwar growth and infrastructure expansion. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-and-river economy through landmarks like the Boston and Maine railroad, Quabbin Reservoir, and Westover Air Force Base. - 1959 Map of Albany
1959 Albany1959 Print · USGSThe Hudson and Connecticut River valleys are captured here during the late fifties, showing the region's dense rail networks and massive water projects. Researchers can trace the New York State Thruway or locate local landmarks like Mt Greylock and the Quabbin Reservoir. - 1959 Map of Cheshire, 1961 Print
1959 Cheshire1961 Print · USGSThe Berkshires' industrial and natural landscape is captured here in the late fifties, from the peak of Mt Greylock State Reservation to the valley floor. Genealogists and hikers can trace the Appalachian Trail, locate family plots at Scott Cem, or find old industrial sites along the New York Central rail line.2 unique versions available - 1960 Map of Williamstown, 1961 Print
1960 Williamstown1961 Print · USGSThe Berkshires of western Massachusetts are shown in detail during the early sixties, centered on the college town and the state's highest peak. Researchers can trace the Appalachian Trail over Mt Greylock or locate ancestral sites at Westlawn Cem and Southlawn Cem.2 unique versions available - 1960 Map of Windsor, 1961 Print
1960 Windsor1961 Print · USGSBerkshire County at the start of the 1960s reveals a landscape of high-elevation forests and small hill-town outposts. Genealogists and hikers can trace the Appalachian Trail through the timber of Savoy Mountain State Forest and locate the St Stanislaus Kostka Cem or the Crane Sch.2 unique versions available - 1960 Map of North Adams, 1961 Print
1960 North Adams1961 Print · USGSThe Northern Berkshires in the early 1960s reveal a landscape where industrial river towns like NORTH ADAMS and Adams meet high mountain forests. Genealogists and historians can trace local roots through Southview Cem, visit the Natural Bridge, or follow the BOSTON AND MAINE RAILROAD through Zylonite.2 unique versions available
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