1970s Maps of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts

Explore 4 historic maps of Shrewsbury from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Shrewsbury's landscape evolved across the 1970s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1970s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
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Start exploring Shrewsbury's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.


Shrewsbury, MA maps

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  1. 1974 Map of Worcester North, 1976 Print
    1974 Map of Worcester North, 1976 Print
    1974 Worcester North
    1976 Print · USGS
    Worcester and its northern suburbs are shown in high detail during the mid-seventies as the city’s industrial and institutional footprint reached its peak. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through the Rural Cemetery, historic settlements like Canada Mills, and landmarks such as Worcester Academy.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1975 Map of Shrewsbury, 1981 Print
    1975 Map of Shrewsbury, 1981 Print
    1975 Shrewsbury
    1981 Print · USGS
    Central Massachusetts suburbs undergo visible post-war transformation in the mid-seventies as seen through this detailed aerial survey. Trace the residential growth near Shrewsbury and Northborough or locate early development around Lake Quinsigamond.

  3. 1975 Map of Worcester North, 1981 Print
    1975 Map of Worcester North, 1981 Print
    1975 Worcester North
    1981 Print · USGS
    Worcester and its northern reaches are seen here in the mid-1970s during a period of significant suburban growth. Researchers can trace the development of neighborhoods like Chaffinville and Fairlawn alongside the shores of Lake Quinsigamond.

  4. 1975 Map of Grafton, 1981 Print
    1975 Map of Grafton, 1981 Print
    1975 Grafton
    1981 Print · USGS
    The Blackstone Valley and its mill villages are seen here in the mid-seventies through detailed aerial photography. Researchers can trace the development of historic centers like Fisherville and Wilkinsonville along the Blackstone River.

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