1950s Maps of Philadelphia, New York

Explore 7 historic maps of Philadelphia from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — 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 Philadelphia's landscape evolved across the 1950s, 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 1950s, 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.
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Start exploring Philadelphia's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.


Philadelphia, NY maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Deferiet
    1950 Map of Deferiet
    1950 Deferiet
    1950 Print · USGS
    Jefferson County at the mid-century is defined here by the confluence of industrial river towns and the growing Pine Camp Military Reservation. Trace family roots and local history through School No 14, Sterlingville, and the F. W. Woolworth Memorial Cemetery.

  2. 1951 Map of Philadelphia
    1951 Map of Philadelphia
    1951 Philadelphia
    1951 Print · USGS
    Jefferson County’s rural and military landscape comes into focus during the early fifties, centered on the river-and-rail hub of Philadelphia. Researchers can trace old family settlements at Bishops Corners and locate rural landmarks such as the Quaker Cemetery and School No 4.

  3. 1951 Map of Antwerp
    1951 Map of Antwerp
    1951 Antwerp
    1951 Print · USGS
    Antwerp and its surroundings in the early fifties were shaped by the intersection of the New York Central Railroad and the expansive Pine Camp Military Reservation. Researchers can trace old district boundaries and local landmarks like Hillside Cem, School No 15, and the course of the Indian River.

  4. 1951 Map of Ogdensburg
    1951 Map of Ogdensburg
    1951 Ogdensburg
    1951 Print · USGS
    The St. Lawrence frontier and the North Country are captured here during the post-war era, from the river ports to the high Adirondacks. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-and-river economy through Ogdensburg, the Rutland rail lines, and Potsdam.

  5. 1953 Map of Ogdensburg
    1953 Map of Ogdensburg
    1953 Ogdensburg
    1953 Print · USGS
    The North Country and St. Lawrence Valley are shown here in the early fifties, just as the region’s rail-and-river economy remained in full swing. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named corners and rural hubs along the Rutland railroad or locate heritage sites near Ogdensburg, Potsdam, and the St Regis Indian Reservation.

  6. 1958 Map of Theresa, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Theresa, 1960 Print
    1958 Theresa
    1960 Print · USGS
    Jefferson County's rural landscape is captured here in the late fifties, centered on the winding Indian River and its village of Theresa. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots at Chaufty Cem, the junction at Rivergate, or the local School No 7.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1958 Map of Black River, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Black River, 1960 Print
    1958 Black River
    1960 Print · USGS
    Jefferson County during the late fifties shows a landscape of military expansion and rural tradition. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named corners and landmarks like Leray Mansion, Felts Mills, and the Sanford Corners Cem.
    4 unique versions available

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