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1950s Maps of Putnam County, New York

Explore 8 historic maps of Putnam County 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 Putnam County'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.
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Start exploring Putnam County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Putnam County, NY maps

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  1. 1956 Map of Mohegan Lake, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Mohegan Lake, 1958 Print
    1956 Mohegan Lake
    1958 Print · USGS
    Westchester and Putnam counties are captured in the mid-fifties during a period of steady suburban growth around traditional hamlets. Researchers can trace family roots at the Amawalk Hill Cem, locate the Loyola Seminary, or follow the New York Central Railroad.
    5 unique versions available
  4. 1956 Map of Oscawana Lake, 1959 Print
    1956 Map of Oscawana Lake, 1959 Print
    1956 Oscawana Lake
    1959 Print · USGS
    The mid-fifties landscape of Putnam County reveals a dense network of Hudson Valley reservoirs and parks centered around Oscawana Lake. Researchers can trace old mountain roads to the Mahopac Mines, Free Grave Cemetery, and the Fahnestock Ski Slope.
    4 unique versions available
  7. 1957 Map of Hopewell Junction, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Hopewell Junction, 1959 Print
    1957 Hopewell Junction
    1959 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Dutchess County is captured here as a landscape of rural hamlets and rising parkways. Genealogists and local historians can trace family landmarks like Van Wyck Cem and the rail corridors of the New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad.
    3 unique versions available
  10. 1957 Map of Peekskill, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Peekskill, 1959 Print
    1957 Peekskill
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Hudson Highlands and Peekskill waterfront are captured here in the late fifties, showcasing a landscape of river-borne industry and established institutions. Researchers can trace historic cemeteries and schools such as Hillside Cemetery, Ladycliff College, and the National Guard Armory.
    6 unique versions available
  13. 1957 Map of West Point, 1965 Print
    1957 Map of West Point, 1965 Print
    1957 West Point
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Hudson Highlands were a hub of military education and river-bound industry during the late fifties. You can trace the detailed campus of the U S Military Academy at West Point, explore the streets of Cold Spring, and locate the U S Silver Depository.
    4 unique versions available
  16. 1958 Map of Peach Lake, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Peach Lake, 1960 Print
    1958 Peach Lake
    1960 Print · USGS
    The New York and Connecticut state line bisects this mid-century landscape of reservoir waters and quiet village centers. Genealogists and local historians can trace family sites at Mead Cem, St Johns Ch, and the old Township Sch.
    7 unique versions available
  19. 1958 Map of Pawling, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Pawling, 1960 Print
    1958 Pawling
    1960 Print · USGS
    Dutchess County and eastern Connecticut are mapped here in the late fifties, showing the region as the Harlem Valley railroad corridor remained central to local life. Genealogists can trace family landmarks and schools like Trinity-Pawling Sch, the Meeting House on Quaker Hill, and old junctions at Hurd Corners.
    4 unique versions available
  22. 1958 Map of Brewster, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Brewster, 1960 Print
    1958 Brewster
    1960 Print · USGS
    The New York and Connecticut borderlands come alive in the late fifties as rail lines and new highways intersect among the Croton reservoirs. Genealogists and historians can trace old community ties in Sodom, Milltown, and the lakeside homes around Putnam Lake.
    5 unique versions available
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