Old Maps of Mattapoisett, Massachusetts for Hiking & Exploration

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. 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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10. 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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13. 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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16. 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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19. 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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22. 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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25. 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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28. 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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31. 1936 Map of Marion

    

    1936 Marion

    1936 Print · USGS

    Buzzards Bay coastal life and the cranberry industry are captured here in the mid-1930s. Genealogists and historians can trace family plots at Hammond Cem and explore landmarks like Marion Station or the Neds Point Light.

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34. 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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37. 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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40. 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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43. 1941 Map of Marion

    

    1941 Marion

    1941 Print · USGS

    The Buzzards Bay coastline flourished in the late 1930s with a blend of maritime education, rail commerce, and seaside recreation. Genealogists and historians can trace family burial sites at Barlow Cem, locate the landmark Tabor Academy, and follow the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad.

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46. 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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49. 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.

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52. 1943 Map of Marion, 1957 Print

    

    1943 Marion

    1957 Print · USGS

    The Buzzards Bay shoreline in the early 1940s reveals a landscape of harbor villages and coastal rail commerce. Genealogists and historians can trace local family landmarks and institutions like Tabor Academy, the Sturtevant Mill, and Old Landing Cem.

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55. 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.

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58. 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.

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61. 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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64. 1953 Map of Woods Hole, 1954 Print

    

    1953 Woods Hole

    1954 Print · USGS

    The Cape Cod coastline near Falmouth in the 1950s shows a maritime landscape of harbors and early vacation development. Genealogists and historians can trace the New Haven and Hartford RR line through Sippowisset or locate family plots at Crowell Cem.

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67. 1953 Map of Onset, 1954 Print

    

    1953 Onset

    1954 Print · USGS

    Buzzards Bay shorelines in the early fifties reveal a landscape of summer colonies and maritime traditions during a period of coastal growth. Researchers can trace family estates and local landmarks from the Beverly Yacht Club to the Cleveland Ledge Lighthouse and Sacred Heart Seminary.

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70. 1957 Map of Providence

    

    1957 Providence

    1957 Print · USGS

    Coastal 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.

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73. 1958 Map of Providence

    

    1958 Providence

    1958 Print · USGS

    The 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.

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