1960s Maps of Middlesex County, Massachusetts

Explore 22 historic maps of Middlesex County from the 1960s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1960s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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Middlesex County, MA maps

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  1. 1961 Map of Boston
    1961 Map of Boston
    1961 Boston
    1961 Print · USGS
    The Massachusetts coastline and its industrial interior are detailed here in the mid-twentieth century, from the Monadnock highlands to Cape Cod. Researchers can trace the rail routes of the Boston and Maine or locate landmarks like Fort Devens and the Wachusett Reservoir.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1965 Map of Pepperell, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Pepperell, 1967 Print
    1965 Pepperell
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Nashua River Valley comes alive in the mid-1960s as it spans the border between New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Genealogists and historians can trace the Boston and Maine Railroad, locate the Covered Bridge, and find old burials at Blood Cem or South Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1965 Map of Framingham, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Framingham, 1967 Print
    1965 Framingham
    1967 Print · USGS
    Framingham and its neighboring townships are seen here during a period of rapid post-war growth and institutional development. Researchers can trace the legacy of local education and industry through Framingham State College, the National Guard Arsenal, and the historic Wayside Inn.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1965 Map of Maynard, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Maynard, 1967 Print
    1965 Maynard
    1967 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Middlesex County highlights a landscape of growing suburbs and deep-rooted industry along the Assabet River. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Maynard and Sudbury, locating the Concord Reformatory and numerous family-named landmarks like Vose Hill.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1965 Map of Townsend, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Townsend, 1967 Print
    1965 Townsend
    1967 Print · USGS
    Townsend and Brookline are captured in the mid-1960s as the rail and river corridor through the Squannacook River valley remained central to local life. Researchers can trace historic family landmarks and civic sites like Lakeview Cem, Daniels Academy, and the Boston and Maine rail line.
    5 unique versions available

  6. 1965 Map of Ashby, 1968 Print
    1965 Map of Ashby, 1968 Print
    1965 Ashby
    1968 Print · USGS
    The hill towns of the Massachusetts borderlands are captured here in the mid-1960s, showing a landscape of state forests and quiet village centers. Genealogists can locate family plots in Glenwood Cem or West Cem and trace the paths through South Village and Gibson Four Corners.
    4 unique versions available

  7. 1965 Map of Shirley, 1968 Print
    1965 Map of Shirley, 1968 Print
    1965 Shirley
    1968 Print · USGS
    Shirley and the surrounding Worcester County uplands are captured here in the mid-sixties as military operations and industrial growth intersected. Genealogists and historians can trace the footprint of Fort Devens, the State Industrial Sch for Boys, and the village layout of Shirley Center.
    3 unique versions available

  8. 1965 Map of Nashua South, 1968 Print
    1965 Map of Nashua South, 1968 Print
    1965 Nashua South
    1968 Print · USGS
    The Merrimack River valley and the expanding outskirts of Nashua come into sharp focus in the mid-sixties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Dunstable and Tyngsborough, locating Evergreen Cem and Whidden Corner.
    7 unique versions available

  9. 1965 Map of Wilmington, 1968 Print
    1965 Map of Wilmington, 1968 Print
    1965 Wilmington
    1968 Print · USGS
    Wilmington and Tewksbury are captured in the mid-sixties as post-war suburban growth begins to surround established institutions and rail lines. Researchers can trace family history through the Tewksbury State Hospital, Wildwood Cemetery, and local schools like North Street Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 1965 Map of Billerica, 1968 Print
    1965 Map of Billerica, 1968 Print
    1965 Billerica
    1968 Print · USGS
    Middlesex County in the mid-1960s shows a landscape of traditional New England town centers being rapidly reshaped by the new interstate highway system. Researchers can trace family roots through numerous burial grounds like Edson Cem or locate community hubs such as Talbot Sch and Nutting Lake.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1965 Map of Ashburnham, 1968 Print
    1965 Map of Ashburnham, 1968 Print
    1965 Ashburnham
    1968 Print · USGS
    The Worcester County highlands during the mid-sixties show a landscape of glacial lakes and quiet hill towns. Genealogists can locate family sites near St Dennis Cem or trace the early industrial footprint of Factory Village and Cushing Academy.
    5 unique versions available

  12. 1966 Map of Hudson, 1968 Print
    1966 Map of Hudson, 1968 Print
    1966 Hudson
    1968 Print · USGS
    Middlesex and Worcester counties meet here in the mid-sixties, showing the industrial pulse of Hudson and the surrounding rural townships. Researchers can trace family history through a dozen named burial grounds like St Michaels Cem or locate old neighborhood schools and rail stops along the Boston and Maine Railroad.
    2 unique versions available

  13. 1966 Map of Reading, 1968 Print
    1966 Map of Reading, 1968 Print
    1966 Reading
    1968 Print · USGS
    Middlesex and Essex counties are shown here in the mid-sixties, a period of notable suburban growth surrounding the historic towns of Reading and Wakefield. Researchers can trace family sites near Quannapowitt Lake, the Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, or the sprawling Harold Parker State Forest.
    2 unique versions available

  14. 1966 Map of Lawrence, 1968 Print
    1966 Map of Lawrence, 1968 Print
    1966 Lawrence
    1968 Print · USGS
    The industrial heart of the Merrimack Valley is captured here in the mid-sixties, showing the intersection of historic rail corridors and new interstate highways. Genealogists can trace family sites across Bellevue Cemetery, Phillips Academy, and the distinct neighborhoods of South Lawrence and Methuen.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1966 Map of Lowell, 1968 Print
    1966 Map of Lowell, 1968 Print
    1966 Lowell
    1968 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Lowell and Dracut are captured here just as the river-based industry was being joined by suburban expansion and interstate connectors. Genealogists and local historians can trace family sites from the Israel Brotherhood Cem to the Lowell Technological Institute and old Middlesex Village.
    5 unique versions available

  16. 1966 Map of Ayer, 1968 Print
    1966 Map of Ayer, 1968 Print
    1966 Ayer
    1968 Print · USGS
    Middlesex County in the mid-sixties reveals a landscape of massive military installations and storied academic institutions. Researchers can locate Shaker Village, trace the Boston and Maine rail lines, and find landmarks like the Harvard University Observatory.
    3 unique versions available

  17. 1966 Map of Westford, 1969 Print
    1966 Map of Westford, 1969 Print
    1966 Westford
    1969 Print · USGS
    Middlesex County in the mid-1960s shows a landscape of rail-side industrial villages and expanding school campuses. Genealogists and historians can trace sites like Russian Cem, the Westford Academy, and the old depot at Brookside Station.
    2 unique versions available

  18. 1968 Map of Milford, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Milford, 1971 Print
    1968 Milford
    1971 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Massachusetts comes to life in this survey of the Milford and Hopedale area during a period of industrial maturity. Researchers can trace family roots through numerous sites like St Marys Cem, Pratt Pond, and Upton.
    2 unique versions available

  19. 1969 Map of Holliston, 1971 Print
    1969 Map of Holliston, 1971 Print
    1969 Holliston
    1971 Print · USGS
    Middlesex and Norfolk Counties come into focus during this era of suburban refinement and established rail transit. Genealogists and local historians can trace family plots and early landmarks at Indian Cem, Braggville Station, and West Medway.
    2 unique versions available

  20. 1969 Map of Marlborough, 1971 Print
    1969 Map of Marlborough, 1971 Print
    1969 Marlborough
    1971 Print · USGS
    Marlborough and Westborough are shown in a period of significant growth as the interstate system reshapes the region. Genealogists and historians can trace family plots and local landmarks at St Lukes Cem, the Westborough State Hospital, and Marlborough Junction.
    2 unique versions available

  21. 1969 Map of Shrewsbury, 1972 Print
    1969 Map of Shrewsbury, 1972 Print
    1969 Shrewsbury
    1972 Print · USGS
    Shrewsbury and Northborough appear here in the late sixties as the suburban landscape began to integrate with major highway interchanges. Genealogists and local historians can locate institutional landmarks like the Grafton State Hospital, Hillcrest Cem, and the Masonic Nursing Home.
    4 unique versions available

  22. 1969 Map of Lowell, 1988 Print
    1969 Map of Lowell, 1988 Print
    1969 Lowell
    1988 Print · USGS
    In the late sixties, the industrial heart of Lowell and its northern neighbors in Dracut were expanding around the historic Merrimack River. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of neighborhood schools like Keith Academy and old burial grounds such as St Josephs Cem.

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