1940s Maps of Niagara, New York
Explore 3 historic maps of Niagara from the 1940s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1940s — 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 Niagara's landscape evolved across the 1940s, 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 1940s, 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.
- View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.
Start exploring Niagara's history through authentic maps from the 1940s. This is your window into the past.
Niagara, NY maps
(3)- 1948 Map of Tonawanda, 1953 Print
1948 Tonawanda1953 Print · USGSNiagara and Erie counties are shown here just after the war, where the Niagara River meets the historic Erie Canal. Genealogists and local historians can trace the early layout of North Tonawanda or locate family sites at Molyneaux Corners and Colonial Village.3 unique versions available - 1948 Map of Tonawanda West, 1958 Print
1948 Tonawanda West1958 Print · USGSThe industrial and riverfront character of the Niagara frontier is on full display during the postwar era. Genealogists and historians can trace rail networks like the New York Central RR and locate local landmarks such as Bishop Duffy High Sch or the Holy Ghost Cem (Church).2 unique versions available - 1949 Map of Niagara Falls
1949 Niagara Falls1949 Print · USGSNiagara Falls at the close of the 1940s showcases a dense urban grid and international border long before modern redevelopment. Genealogists can trace family neighborhoods through sites like Oakwood Cem and Gaskill High Sch.
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