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Old Maps of Dunkirk, New York for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Dunkirk with 26 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.

  • Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
  • Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
  • Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.

These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Dunkirk has changed over the decades.

Dunkirk, NY maps

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  1. 1900 Map of Dunkirk
    1900 Map of Dunkirk
    1900 Dunkirk
    1900 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline and Chautauqua hills are shown here in the late nineteenth century during a peak era of railroad expansion. Genealogists can trace early post offices like Van Buren (Cushing P.O.) and established towns such as Fredonia and Brocton.
    6 unique versions available
  4. 1943 Map of Dunkirk
    1943 Map of Dunkirk
    1943 Dunkirk
    1943 Print · USGS
    Coastal industry and rural spiritualist retreats meet in Chautauqua County during the early 1940s. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail corridors of the Nickel Plate and find local landmarks like Lily Dale, Cushing (PO), and the County Hospital.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1954 Map of Dunkirk, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Dunkirk, 1956 Print
    1954 Dunkirk
    1956 Print · USGS
    Coastal industry and inland college life meet along Lake Erie in the mid-fifties as the Thruway begins to reshape the Chautauqua County landscape. Researchers can locate Union Station, the State University Teachers College, and numerous historic burial grounds like Willowbrook Cem.
    3 unique versions available
  10. 1954 Map of Brocton, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Brocton, 1956 Print
    1954 Brocton
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Chautauqua County shoreline was in a state of rapid change during the mid-fifties as the Thruway cut through established farmland. Researchers can trace family roots through the Pecor Cem or locate vintage landmarks like the Drive-in Theater and Van Buren Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1955 Map of North Of Dunkirk, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of North Of Dunkirk, 1956 Print
    1955 North Of Dunkirk
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline in the mid-1950s reveals a bustling intersection of rail and water transport between Dunkirk and Sheridan. Researchers can trace the heavy industrial footprint of the New York Central and locate local landmarks like the Dunkirk Conference Grounds.
    3 unique versions available
  16. 1960 Map of Buffalo
    1960 Map of Buffalo
    1960 Buffalo
    1960 Print · USGS
    Western New York and the Niagara Peninsula thrive during the mid-twentieth century industrial peak. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named points and early settlements from Dunkirk Light to the Allegany Indian Reservation.
  19. 1962 Map of Buffalo, 1980 Print
    1962 Map of Buffalo, 1980 Print
    1962 Buffalo
    1980 Print · USGS
    The Niagara Frontier and Western New York are captured here in the early sixties, showing the vital industrial and maritime nexus between the U.S. and Canada. Researchers can trace the path of the Welland Canal, locate the Allegany Indian Reservation, or find family sites near Chautauqua Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1967 Map of Buffalo
    1967 Map of Buffalo
    1967 Buffalo
    1967 Print · USGS
    Western New York and the Lake Erie shoreline are shown here during the mid-1960s industrial peak. Researchers can trace the massive rail networks of the Erie Railroad, locate the Cattaraugus Indian Reservation, or find historic sites like Fort Erie.
  25. 1973 Map of Buffalo
    1973 Map of Buffalo
    1973 Buffalo
    1973 Print · USGS
    Western New York and Ontario's Golden Horseshoe meet in the early seventies, spanning from the industrial waterfronts of Buffalo to the hills of Allegany State Park. Trace the paths of the Welland Canal and Erie Lackawanna railroad through the lakefront towns of Dunkirk and Port Colborne.
  28. 1986 Map of Jamestown
    1986 Map of Jamestown
    1986 Jamestown
    1986 Print · USGS
    Chautauqua County and the Lake Erie shoreline are captured in the mid-eighties as the region balanced its industrial rail hubs with lakeside culture. Local historians can trace the grounds of the Chautauqua Institution, the expansion of Jamestown, and rural landmarks like Sunset Hill Cemetery.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1986 Map of Silver Creek
    1986 Map of Silver Creek
    1986 Silver Creek
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline of Chautauqua and Erie Counties is shown here in the mid-eighties as a network of rail-side towns and coastal parks. Researchers can trace the layout of the Cattaraugus Indian Reservation or locate landmarks like Sturgeon Point and Jerusalem Corners.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 2010 Map of Dunkirk, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Dunkirk, 2010 Print
    2010 Dunkirk
    2010 Print · USGS
    Coastal New York meets the agricultural interior in this detailed study of the lakefront and its surrounding orchard lands. Researchers can trace family sites at Forest Hill Cemetery, identify old rail stops like Nortons Switch, or locate landmarks from Shumla Falls to the Dunkirk Light.
  37. 2010 Map of North of Dunkirk, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of North of Dunkirk, 2010 Print
    2010 North of Dunkirk
    2010 Print · USGS
    The Chautauqua County shoreline comes into focus in this late-career survey of the New York lakefront. Trace the local geography of the Dunkirk Conference Grounds, Wright Park Beach, and the winding path of Beaver Creek.
  40. 2010 Map of Brocton, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Brocton, 2010 Print
    2010 Brocton
    2010 Print · USGS
    Coastal Chautauqua County comes into focus in this late-era survey of the lakefront and its agricultural interior. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Pecor Cemetery, explore the layout of Brocton, and trace the paths of Little Canadaway Creek as they meet the shore.
  43. 2013 Map of Brocton, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Brocton, 2013 Print
    2013 Brocton
    2013 Print · USGS
    The Chautauqua County shoreline near Brocton appears in detail during the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near the Pecor Cemetery or explore the coastal developments at Van Buren Point and Vineyard.
  46. 2013 Map of North of Dunkirk, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of North of Dunkirk, 2013 Print
    2013 North of Dunkirk
    2013 Print · USGS
    Lake Erie's shoreline and the coastal roads of Chautauqua County are captured in this modern survey. Genealogists and local historians can trace family plots at Saint Hyacinth's Cem and the grounds of the Dunkirk Conference Grounds.
  49. 2013 Map of Dunkirk, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Dunkirk, 2013 Print
    2013 Dunkirk
    2013 Print · USGS
    Coastal life and inland farming meet along the Lake Erie shore in the early twenty-first century. Researchers can locate family roots at Forest Hill Cemetery, trace the course of Canadaway Creek to Shumla Falls, and explore the layout of settlements like Laona.
  52. 2016 Map of North of Dunkirk, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of North of Dunkirk, 2016 Print
    2016 North of Dunkirk
    2016 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline near Dunkirk is shown in detail during the mid-2010s, focusing on the coastal transition from city to rural land. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Saint Hyacinth's Cem and the Chautauqua County/Dunkirk Airport.
  55. 2016 Map of Brocton, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Brocton, 2016 Print
    2016 Brocton
    2016 Print · USGS
    Coastal Chautauqua County meets the inland agricultural belt in the mid-2010s, showing the settled landscape between the lake and the southern hills. Genealogists and locals can trace family footprints near Pecor Cem or explore the lakefront layouts of Van Buren Point and Greencrest.
  58. 2016 Map of Dunkirk, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Dunkirk, 2016 Print
    2016 Dunkirk
    2016 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline and its inland hamlets are captured here in the mid-2010s, showing the developed corridor between DUNKIRK and FREDONIA. Researchers can trace local heritage through numerous sites like Forest Hill Cem, the campus of SUNY at Fredonia, and the rural community at Laona.
  61. 2019 Map of Dunkirk, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Dunkirk, 2019 Print
    2019 Dunkirk
    2019 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline comes into sharp focus in this late 2010s survey of the Dunkirk and Fredonia area. Genealogists can locate family sites across a dozen historic grounds including Saint Marys Cem and Forest Hill Cemetery, or trace the path of Canadaway Creek through Laona and Shumla.
  64. 2019 Map of North of Dunkirk, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of North of Dunkirk, 2019 Print
    2019 North of Dunkirk
    2019 Print · USGS
    Coastal Chautauqua County comes into focus in this recent survey of the New York shoreline just east of the city. Researchers can trace the layout of the Chautauqua County/Dunkirk Airport and local landmarks like Saint Hyacinth Cem and Beaver Cr.
  67. 2019 Map of Brocton, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Brocton, 2019 Print
    2019 Brocton
    2019 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline in Chautauqua County comes into focus in the late 2010s, showcasing the traditional grape-growing region and coastal summer colonies. Researchers can trace family sites near the Pecor Cemetery or explore the settlements of Brocton, Portland, and Van Buren Point.
  70. 2023 Map of North of Dunkirk, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of North of Dunkirk, 2023 Print
    2023 North of Dunkirk
    2023 Print · USGS
    The eastern edge of Dunkirk and its Lake Erie shoreline are shown here in modern detail. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Saint Hyacinth Cem and the routes of Scott Creek and Beaver Creek as they meet the lake.
  73. 2023 Map of Dunkirk, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Dunkirk, 2023 Print
    2023 Dunkirk
    2023 Print · USGS
    The Chautauqua County shoreline comes into sharp focus in this recent survey of the growing corridor between Lake Erie and the inland hills. Genealogists and local researchers can trace numerous burial grounds including Forest Hill Cem and Saint Josephs Cem, or locate landmarks like SUNY Fredonia.
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