Old Maps of Leicester, Massachusetts for Metal Detecting
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Leicester, MA maps
(42)- 1885 Map of Worcester
1885 Worcester1885 Print · USGSWorcester and its surrounding mill towns are captured here in the late nineteenth century during a peak era of rail expansion and industrial growth. Researchers can trace ancestral roots through specific local hubs like Wire Village, the Sterling Camp Grounds, and the grounds of the State Lunatic Hospital. - 1886 Map of Worcester
1886 Worcester1886 Print · USGSWorcester and its surrounding hill towns are captured here in the mid-1880s, revealing a landscape of early industrial hamlets and expanding rail lines. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of the State Lunatic Hospital or locate historic settlements like Quinapoxet Village and Wire Village. - 1889 Map of Webster
1889 Webster1889 Print · USGSSouthern Worcester County and the Connecticut borderlands are shown here in the 1880s, when textile power and steam rail defined the region. Local historians can trace the early layouts of Webster, Oxford, and Rochdale, along with family landmarks like Mugget Hill. - 1892 Map of Webster
1892 Webster1892 Print · USGSWorcester County mill towns and rail junctions thrive in the 1890s as industrial centers along the French River. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of Webster and Oxford, including vanished clusters like Merino Village and Chaseville.9 unique versions available - 1892 Map of Worcester
1892 Worcester1892 Print · USGSWorcester and its northern hill towns are captured here in the late nineteenth century before the expansion of modern reservoirs. Researchers can trace the early rail networks through Sterling Junction or locate landmarks like the State Lunatic Hospital and Wire Village.10 unique versions available - 1908 Map of Quinsigamond
1908 Quinsigamond1908 Print · USGSCentral Massachusetts and its bordering states are seen here in the early twentieth century as industry and transit reshaped the Blackstone Valley. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of Worcester, the expansion of the Wachusett Reservoir, and rail lines like the Boston and Albany Railroad.3 unique versions available - 1921 Map of Webster
1921 Webster1921 Print · USGSThe industrial valleys and hill towns of southern Worcester County are seen here just after the Great War. Genealogists can trace the rail-centered growth of Webster and Auburn Sta. or locate old village centers like Cherry Valley and Rochdale. - 1934 Map of Worcester
1934 Worcester1934 Print · USGSMid-depression Worcester and Holden emerge as a dense network of industrial ponds, institutions, and rail lines. Genealogists can trace family connections through the Grove Cem, numerous local schools like Chaffin Sch, and the neighborhoods around Union Sta. - 1935 Map of Millbury
1935 Millbury1935 Print · USGSThe Worcester County countryside in the mid-1930s reveals a dense network of industrial hamlets and rail lines before the modern interstate era. Researchers can trace family roots at St Roche Cem or Bnai Brith Cem and locate vanished schoolhouses like the Hammond Sch. - 1937 Map of Leicester
1937 Leicester1937 Print · USGSWorcester County's industrial villages and highland farms are captured in detail just before the late-century expansion. Genealogists can trace family sites like the Clark Barton Home, Gore Cem, and the specialized Charlton Home Farm. - 1937 Map of Paxton
1937 Paxton1937 Print · USGSWorcester County's upland terrain is captured here in the late 1930s, featuring a landscape of hill-top settlements and industrial hamlets. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Upper Wire Village, locate the Veterans Hospital, or explore the shores of Lake Whittemore. - 1939 Map of Worcester South
1939 Worcester South1939 Print · USGSThe Worcester highlands south of the city appear here in the late 1930s, showing a landscape of textile-era mill ponds and expanding suburban rail stops. Researchers can trace family history at St Johns Cemetery or locate old neighborhood landmarks like St Josephs Ch and Hammond Sch.4 unique versions available - 1939 Map of Worcester North
1939 Worcester North1939 Print · USGSThe Worcester hills and reservoirs appear in detail during the late 1930s, documenting a landscape of expanding educational institutions and civic infrastructure. Genealogists and historians can trace Assumption College, Grove Cem, and the old City Farm near Morningdale.5 unique versions available - 1941 Map of Leicester
1941 Leicester1941 Print · USGSCentral Massachusetts in the late 1930s reveals a network of mill ponds and historic settlements between Spencer and Auburn. Genealogists can locate family sites near the Clara Barton Home, Pine Grove Cem, and the Masonic Home.2 unique versions available - 1941 Map of Paxton
1941 Paxton1941 Print · USGSPaxton and the high country of Worcester County are captured here in the early 1940s, showing a region of reservoirs and rural industry. Genealogists can locate family landmarks at Tafts Corner or trace the early industrial sites of Upper Wire Village.3 unique versions available - 1943 Map of Quinsigamond
1943 Quinsigamond1943 Print · USGSCentral Massachusetts and its bordering states appear here during the Second World War as a powerhouse of rail infrastructure and public institutions. Researchers can trace the legacy of the region through landmarks like Grafton State Hospital, the Wachusett Reservoir, and the deep industrial roots of the Blackstone River. - 1948 Map of Boston
1948 Boston1948 Print · USGSEastern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire appear at an industrial peak in the late 1940s, just as suburban growth began to accelerate. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Boston and Albany RR or locate coastal landmarks like Graves Lighthouse and Fort Devens.2 unique versions available - 1948 Map of Worcester South, 1956 Print
1948 Worcester South1956 Print · USGSSouth of Worcester in the late 1940s, the landscape is a complex mix of industrial mill towns and expanding post-war infrastructure. Genealogists and historians can trace the Massachusetts Turnpike route or locate ancestors at Notre Dame Cemetery and Hope Cemetery.2 unique versions available - 1948 Map of Worcester North, 1958 Print
1948 Worcester North1958 Print · USGSMid-century Worcester and Holden are shown during a period of significant institutional expansion. Researchers can trace the development of Assumption College, locate the Rural Cem, and follow the path of the Boston and Maine Railroad. - 1950 Map of Paxton, 1958 Print
1950 Paxton1958 Print · USGSThe hill country of central Massachusetts is revealed here at mid-century, featuring the intersection of industrial villages and municipal water systems. Genealogists and historians can locate legacy sites like Upper Wire Village, the State Sanitorium, and Quaker Cem.2 unique versions available - 1953 Map of Leicester, 1954 Print
1953 Leicester1954 Print · USGSCentral Massachusetts in the early fifties showcases a landscape of mill towns and rail corridors. Trace family history at the Clara Barton Home or locate ancestors in Pine Grove Cem and Northside Cem.3 unique versions available - 1956 Map of Boston, 1967 Print
1956 Boston1967 Print · USGSThe Massachusetts coastline and industrial interior are seen here during the mid-century peak of suburban and highway expansion. Researchers can trace historic harbor defenses like Fort Revere, local landmarks such as Faneuil Hall, and the vast Parker River National Wildlife Refuge.6 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Boston
1958 Boston1958 Print · USGSEastern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire are shown at the height of the industrial era, before the full expansion of the interstate system. Trace coastal defenses at Fort Warren, historic rail lines like the Boston and Maine, and the development of the Mass. 128 corridor.2 unique versions available - 1960 Map of Worcester South, 1962 Print
1960 Worcester South1962 Print · USGSWorcester and its southern townships are captured here at the start of the sixties, showing a landscape of dense industry and classic New England town centers. Researchers can trace historic family plots at Hope Cemetery or locate old industrial sites like the Millbury Woolen Pd and Drury Square.2 unique versions available - 1960 Map of Worcester North, 1962 Print
1960 Worcester North1962 Print · USGSMid-century Worcester and Holden appear here as a landscape of dense neighborhoods, academic institutions, and growing infrastructure. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near the Rural Cemetery or locate old industrial nodes like Canada Mills and Chaffinville.2 unique versions available
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