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1960s Maps of Erie County, New York

Explore 28 historic maps of Erie 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.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Erie County's landscape evolved across the 1960s, 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 1960s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Erie County's history through authentic maps from the 1960s. This is your window into the past.

Erie County, NY maps

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  1. 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.
  4. 1960 Map of Silver Creek, 1962 Print
    1960 Map of Silver Creek, 1962 Print
    1960 Silver Creek
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Chautauqua County shoreline comes alive in the early sixties as a bustling corridor of rail, road, and water. Researchers can trace family sites at Mt Carmel Cem, visit the Cattaraugus Indian Reservation, or locate the St Columbans Seminary.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 1960 Map of Langford, 1962 Print
    1960 Map of Langford, 1962 Print
    1960 Langford
    1962 Print · USGS
    Southern Erie County is captured here in the early sixties, showing a landscape defined by natural gas extraction and rural crossroads. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites such as Dittman Cem or visit old communities like Langford, New Oregon, and Whites Corners.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1960 Map of Angola, 1962 Print
    1960 Map of Angola, 1962 Print
    1960 Angola
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Erie County shoreline in the early sixties shows a bustling mix of lakeside summer camps and heavy rail infrastructure. Trace the growth of Angola and Evans Center alongside landmarks like the Drive-in Theater and the St Columbans Retreat House.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1960 Map of North Collins, 1962 Print
    1960 Map of North Collins, 1962 Print
    1960 North Collins
    1962 Print · USGS
    Western New York at the start of the sixties shows a landscape of deep creek gulfs, active rail lines, and Seneca territory. Genealogists can locate the Friends Meetinghouse Burial Grounds, Cattaraugus Long House Ch, and the Gowanda State Hospital Annex.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1960 Map of Farnham, 1963 Print
    1960 Map of Farnham, 1963 Print
    1960 Farnham
    1963 Print · USGS
    Coastal Erie County and the northern reaches of Chautauqua County are captured here in the early sixties, showing the intersection of new expressways and established lakeside communities. Researchers can trace family history through sites like St Anthonys Ch and the Rathburn Cem or explore the boundaries of the Cattaraugus Indian Reservation.
    2 unique versions available
  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. 1962 Map of Toronto, 1982 Print
    1962 Map of Toronto, 1982 Print
    1962 Toronto
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Golden Horseshoe and the Niagara Frontier meet in this early 1960s study of a growing international border region. Trace the path of the Welland Canal and locate land marks like the Scarborough Bluffs and Tuscarora Indian Reservation.
  25. 1963 Map of Gowanda, 1964 Print
    1963 Map of Gowanda, 1964 Print
    1963 Gowanda
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Erie and Cattaraugus county line comes alive in the early 1960s, showing the bustling village of Gowanda and the Erie-Lackawanna rail corridor. Trace family roots at Pine Grove Cem, the Pine Woods Ch, and the Gowanda State Hospital grounds.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1963 Map of Collins Center, 1965 Print
    1963 Map of Collins Center, 1965 Print
    1963 Collins Center
    1965 Print · USGS
    The rural borderlands of Erie and Cattaraugus Counties are documented here in the early sixties. Researchers can trace family sites near Knight Cem, navigate the roads to Zoar, or locate old energy infrastructure like the scattered Gas Wells.
    3 unique versions available
  31. 1964 Map of Ashford Hollow, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Ashford Hollow, 1965 Print
    1964 Ashford Hollow
    1965 Print · USGS
    Cattaraugus County in the mid-1960s reveals a rural landscape adapting to new industrial footprints like the Western New York Nuclear Service Center. Researchers can trace old family burial grounds at Weber Cem and Thomas Corners Cem or locate vanished rail stops at Riceville Station.
    4 unique versions available
  34. 1965 Map of Toronto
    1965 Map of Toronto
    1965 Toronto
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Golden Horseshoe and Niagara Frontier are shown in detail during the early sixties, highlighting the international shipping and transit networks. Trace the path of the Erie Canal, the Welland Canal, and rail lines connecting Toronto and Niagara Falls.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1965 Map of Tonawanda West, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Tonawanda West, 1967 Print
    1965 Tonawanda West
    1967 Print · USGS
    Niagara and Erie counties are captured here in the mid-sixties, a period of heavy industrial activity and Cold War aviation expansion. Researchers can trace family sites like Holy Ghost Cem or explore the massive layout of the Niagara Falls Air Force Base and the riverfront Buckhorn Island State Park.
  40. 1965 Map of Clarence Center, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Clarence Center, 1967 Print
    1965 Clarence Center
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Niagara and Erie county line comes alive in the mid-1960s, showing the early suburban growth of townships like Amherst and Clarence. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through St Marys Cem or locate the historic Sulphur Springs Guard Lock along the Erie Canal.
  43. 1965 Map of Buffalo SE, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Buffalo SE, 1967 Print
    1965 Buffalo SE
    1967 Print · USGS
    The southern suburbs of Buffalo come alive in the mid-sixties, from the industrial lakefront at Lackawanna to the growing reaches of Orchard Park. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through neighborhood landmarks like Holy Cross Cemetery and Immaculata Academy.
  46. 1965 Map of East Aurora, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of East Aurora, 1967 Print
    1965 East Aurora
    1967 Print · USGS
    East Aurora and the surrounding Erie County townships are captured here in the mid-sixties as suburban growth begins to touch rural farmsteads. Researchers can trace family history through sites like Maplewood Cemetery, St Johns Church, and the Wales School.
    2 unique versions available
  49. 1965 Map of Wolcottsville, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Wolcottsville, 1967 Print
    1965 Wolcottsville
    1967 Print · USGS
    The rural borderlands between Erie and Niagara Counties are captured here in the mid-1960s as a network of small hamlets and agricultural crossroads. Researchers can trace family ties through St Michaels Ch, locate the Elridge Cem, or follow the old New York Central Railroad through Akron Junction.
  52. 1965 Map of Buffalo NW, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Buffalo NW, 1967 Print
    1965 Buffalo NW
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Niagara frontier in the mid-sixties shows the industrial and suburban growth of BUFFALO and Fort Erie at their international junction. Genealogists and historians can trace neighborhood landmarks from Mt Olivet Cemetery to the Buffalo Seminary.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 1965 Map of Buffalo NE, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Buffalo NE, 1967 Print
    1965 Buffalo NE
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Buffalo suburbs were in full expansion during the mid-sixties as new expressways cut through established neighborhoods. Researchers can trace family sites near Forest Lawn Cemetery, the War Memorial Stadium, or the early campus of the State University at Buffalo.
  58. 1965 Map of Clarence, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Clarence, 1967 Print
    1965 Clarence
    1967 Print · USGS
    Erie County in the mid-1960s reveals a transition from rural farming to expanding infrastructure between the townships of Clarence and Alden. Researchers can locate distinct landmarks such as the County Penitentiary, the Clarence Fillmore Cem, and the Town Line Station rail stop.
  61. 1965 Map of Eden, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Eden, 1967 Print
    1965 Eden
    1967 Print · USGS
    Coastal Erie County in the mid-sixties showcases a mix of growing lakeside communities and traditional inland villages connected by several major rail lines. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through landmarks like Evergreen Cem, St Vincents Sch, and the Queen of Apostles Seminary.
  64. 1965 Map of Lancaster, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Lancaster, 1967 Print
    1965 Lancaster
    1967 Print · USGS
    Erie County's eastern suburbs undergo rapid transformation in the mid-1960s as aviation and highways reshape the land. Researchers can trace family roots through numerous parish sites and cemeteries like the War of 1812 Cem and St Marys Cemetery.
  67. 1965 Map of Tonawanda East, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Tonawanda East, 1967 Print
    1965 Tonawanda East
    1967 Print · USGS
    Niagara County and northern Erie County are captured here in the mid-sixties, showing the industrial and residential expansion around the Erie Canal. Trace family roots and local history through landmarks like Wurlitzer Park Village, Beach Ridge, and St Pauls Ch.
  70. 1965 Map of Orchard Park, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Orchard Park, 1967 Print
    1965 Orchard Park
    1967 Print · USGS
    Suburban expansion meets established rural townships in 1960s Erie County as small hamlets began to coalesce. Genealogists can trace family footprints through numerous parish sites and settlements like Blossom, Duells Corner, and the West Seneca State School.
    4 unique versions available
  73. 1965 Map of Hamburg, 1968 Print
    1965 Map of Hamburg, 1968 Print
    1965 Hamburg
    1968 Print · USGS
    Erie County's southern suburbs were transitioning from rural townships to active residential communities in the mid-sixties. Genealogists and local historians can locate Hillcrest Cem, the Erie-Lackawanna rail line, and family landmarks like Schintzius Road.
    3 unique versions available
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