Old Maps of Edgartown, Massachusetts for Metal Detecting
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Edgartown, MA maps
(54)- 1887 Map of Muskeget
1887 Muskeget1887 Print · USGSThe western reaches of Nantucket and its offshore islands are surveyed here in the late nineteenth century. Trace maritime history through landmarks like Maddaket Harbor, the isolated Muskeget Id., and the Cross Rip Shoal Light Ship. - 1887 Map of Marthas Vineyard
1887 Marthas Vineyard1887 Print · USGSMartha'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. - 1889 Map of Muskeget
1889 Muskeget1889 Print · USGSThe western reaches of Nantucket and its outlying islands are detailed here in the late nineteenth century. Maritime researchers can trace the intricate tidal channels of Maddequet Harbor and the isolated shorelines of Muskeget Id. and Tuckernuck Id.. - 1889 Map of Marthas Vineyard
1889 Marthas Vineyard1889 Print · USGSThe 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. - 1893 Map of Muskeget
1893 Muskeget1893 Print · USGSNantucket's western islands and shoals are frozen in time during the late Victorian era. Maritime historians can trace the old coastal configuration of Tuckernuck Id. and its ponds, or explore the tidal creeks near Maddequet Harbor and Eel Point. - 1894 Map of Marthas Vineyard, 1898 Print
1894 Marthas Vineyard1898 Print · USGSMartha'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.7 unique versions available - 1899 Map of Muskeget
1899 Muskeget1899 Print · USGSNantucket's western reaches and isolated outer islands appear here in the late nineteenth century as maritime commerce relied on light ships and life-saving crews. Trace early coastal geography at Maddaket, the lonely L.S.S. on Muskeget Id., and the ponds of Tuckernuck Id.5 unique versions available - 1942 Map of Marthas Vineyard
1942 Marthas Vineyard1942 Print · USGSMartha'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. - 1942 Map of Nantucket, 1943 Print
1942 Nantucket1943 Print · USGSNantucket and Chappaquiddick Islands are captured here during the early years of the Second World War. Genealogists and historians can trace the early roads to Siasconset, the Steamship Ferry route, and the locations of Madd Aket LSS and Coskata LSS. - 1944 Map of Tisbury Great Pond
1944 Tisbury Great Pond1944 Print · USGSThe south shore of Martha’s Vineyard appears here during the mid-forties, characterized by its labyrinth of coastal ponds and rural island roads. Genealogists and historians can trace old property lines and landmarks around Quansoo, Tississa, and the shores of Tisbury Great Pond.3 unique versions available - 1944 Map of Vineyard Haven
1944 Vineyard Haven1944 Print · USGSThe 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 - 1944 Map of Edgartown
1944 Edgartown1944 Print · USGSMartha's Vineyard at the height of the Second World War shows a coastal landscape of maritime aids and early airfields. Genealogists and historians can trace the roads through Jenneganville or locate the Oak Grove Cem and East Chop Lighthouse.3 unique versions available - 1947 Map of Providence, 1948 Print
1947 Providence1948 Print · USGSSouthern 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 - 1948 Map of Providence, 1951 Print
1948 Providence1951 Print · USGSSouthern 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. - 1951 Map of Edgartown
1951 Edgartown1951 Print · USGSMartha's Vineyard at mid-century reveals a landscape of maritime tradition and coastal hamlets. Genealogists and island historians can trace old neighborhoods like Clevelandtown, find Oak Grove Cem, and locate the historic Edgartown Lighthouse.4 unique versions available - 1951 Map of Vineyard Haven
1951 Vineyard Haven1951 Print · USGSMarthas Vineyard in the early fifties reveals a landscape of quiet coastal villages and expanding seasonal retreats. Researchers can trace the layout of Vineyard Haven or locate specific landmarks like the Lamberts Cove Ch and the West Chop Lighthouse.5 unique versions available - 1951 Map of Tisbury Great Pond
1951 Tisbury Great Pond1951 Print · USGSThe southern coast of Martha's Vineyard is captured here in the early fifties, showing the rural shoreline of West Tisbury and Edgartown. Researchers can trace old island routes like Ridge Highway and locate family landmarks at Nabs Corner and Quansoo.5 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Providence
1957 Providence1957 Print · USGSCoastal New England at the height of the mid-century era shows a landscape shaped by maritime industry and Cold War defense. Genealogists and historians can trace the reach of the New York, New Haven & Hartford RR and locate legacy sites like Fort Adams and Quonset Point Naval Air Station. - 1958 Map of Providence
1958 Providence1958 Print · USGSThe Rhode Island and Massachusetts coastlines are shown in detail during the late 1950s, from the urban cores to the tips of the islands. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprint of Quonset Point Naval Air Station, the defense works at Fort Adams, and the rail network of the New York, New Haven and Hartford RR. - 1963 Map of Providence
1963 Providence1963 Print · USGSSouthern New England's coastal and industrial heartland is captured here in the early sixties, from the Rhode Island mainland to the far reaches of the Cape. Researchers can trace mid-century growth in Providence or locate landmarks on Marthas Vineyard and Nantucket Island. - 1972 Map of Tisbury Great Pond, 1973 Print
1972 Tisbury Great Pond1973 Print · USGSMartha's Vineyard's southern shore is preserved here in the early seventies, showing the complex network of coves and barrier beaches. Trace the rural lanes around Quansoo or find local landmarks like Nabs Corner and Scrubby Neck.4 unique versions available - 1972 Map of Vineyard Haven, 1973 Print
1972 Vineyard Haven1973 Print · USGSMartha's Vineyard at the start of the 1970s shows a classic New England balance of maritime activity and rural interior. Genealogists can trace family names at Christiantown Memorial Cemetery or explore the early layouts of Vineyard Haven and West Tisbury.3 unique versions available - 1972 Map of Edgartown, 1973 Print
1972 Edgartown1973 Print · USGSMartha's Vineyard in the early seventies shows a landscape of storied harbor towns and quiet coastal ponds. Trace family heritage at the Tower Hill Burying Ground or explore the shores of Chappaquiddick Island and Sengekontacket Pond.3 unique versions available - 1977 Map of Tisbury Great Pond, 1981 Print
1977 Tisbury Great Pond1981 Print · USGSMarthas Vineyard in the late seventies is captured in this detailed orthophotograph of its southern coastal ponds. Researchers can trace land patterns and shoreline changes near Tisbury Great Pond, Quansoo, and Nabs Corner. - 1977 Map of Vineyard Haven, 1981 Print
1977 Vineyard Haven1981 Print · USGSMarthas Vineyard in the late seventies is captured in this detailed aerial perspective of its northern shores and inland villages. Researchers can trace the residential patterns of Vineyard Haven and the rural reaches of West Tisbury and Lake Tashmoo.
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