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1950s Maps of Suffolk County, New York

Explore 48 historic maps of Suffolk 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 Suffolk County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Suffolk County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Suffolk County, NY maps

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  1. 1951 Map of Sherwood Point, 1952 Print
    1951 Map of Sherwood Point, 1952 Print
    1951 Sherwood Point
    1952 Print · USGS
    The Connecticut coast at the start of the 1950s shows a landscape of growing seaside neighborhoods and maritime heritage. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named landmarks from Hale Court and Compo Hills to the shores of Sherwood Millpond.
    4 unique versions available
  4. 1951 Map of Norwalk South, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Norwalk South, 1953 Print
    1951 Norwalk South
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Fairfield County coast comes alive in the early fifties, documenting a landscape of suburban expansion and deep-rooted maritime heritage. Trace local lineages and landmarks from Riverside Cemetery to the New York New Haven and Hartford rail lines.
    4 unique versions available
  7. 1953 Map of Watch Hill, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Watch Hill, 1954 Print
    1953 Watch Hill
    1954 Print · USGS
    Coastal life and industrial heritage meet at the state line in the early fifties, where the river divides two states. Trace the maritime history of the sound through the Watch Hill Lighthouse, the residential growth of Westerly, and local landmarks like River Bend Cem.
    7 unique versions available
  10. 1954 Map of New York
    1954 Map of New York
    1954 New York
    1954 Print · USGS
    Long Island and the New York metropolitan area are shown during the height of post-war suburbanization. Genealogists and historians can trace the growth of Levittown, the infrastructure of the Long Island Rail Road, and landmarks like Mitchel Afb.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1954 Map of Northport, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Northport, 1955 Print
    1954 Northport
    1955 Print · USGS
    Northport and the surrounding harbors are shown during the post-war growth of the mid-fifties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of East Northport, find family plots at Skidmore Cem, and locate the Central State Hosp.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1954 Map of West Gilgo Beach, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of West Gilgo Beach, 1955 Print
    1954 West Gilgo Beach
    1955 Print · USGS
    The barrier beaches of southern Nassau County are captured here in the mid-1950s as the state park system matured. Researchers can trace early coastal settlements at West Gilgo Beach or the marshy topography of Middle Line Island and the Tobay Beach Bird and Game Sanctuary.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1954 Map of Huntington, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Huntington, 1956 Print
    1954 Huntington
    1956 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Long Island comes alive in this survey of the Nassau and Suffolk county line as suburban expansion begins to reshape the landscape. Trace local heritage at the Walt Whitman Birthplace, the Old Burial Hill Cem, and the grounds of the Carnegie Institute.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1954 Map of Greenlawn, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Greenlawn, 1956 Print
    1954 Greenlawn
    1956 Print · USGS
    Western Suffolk County is shown here in the mid-fifties as suburban grids begin to surround massive institutional grounds and parkways. Genealogists can trace family burial sites like Buffett Cem and Carll Cem or locate the Deer Park Airport and Pilgrim State Hospital.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1954 Map of Lloyd Harbor, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Lloyd Harbor, 1956 Print
    1954 Lloyd Harbor
    1956 Print · USGS
    The North Shore of Long Island is captured in the mid-fifties during a period of refined coastal growth. Genealogists and local historians can trace landmarks like Immaculate Conception Seminary, Coindre Hall, and the historic Fort Hill overlooking Oyster Bay.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1954 Map of Bay Shore West, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Bay Shore West, 1956 Print
    1954 Bay Shore West
    1956 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Suffolk County is captured here during its post-war housing boom, from the growing suburbs of Wyandanch to the barrier beaches. Genealogists and local historians can trace old family plots at St Josephs Cem, explore the early footprint of Belmont Lake State Park, or follow the historic Long Island Railroad line.
  31. 1954 Map of Amityville, 1957 Print
    1954 Map of Amityville, 1957 Print
    1954 Amityville
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Nassau and Suffolk border towns come alive in the mid-fifties as postwar growth meets the South Shore. Genealogists and historians can trace family plots at St Charles Cemetery or locate early airfield sites like Grumman Airfield and Zahns Airport.
  34. 1954 Map of Plum Island, 1971 Print
    1954 Map of Plum Island, 1971 Print
    1954 Plum Island
    1971 Print · USGS
    Coastal Suffolk County is captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the isolated research facilities and navigation aids that define these waters. Trace the geography of the Plum Island Restricted animal disease lab, the Latham Cem, and Little Gull I.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1955 Map of Sayville, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Sayville, 1957 Print
    1955 Sayville
    1957 Print · USGS
    South Shore life in the mid-fifties centered on the connection between mainland villages and the emerging summer colonies of Fire Island. You can trace the Long Island Railroad corridor and locate local landmarks like Union Cem or the LaSalle Military Academy.
  40. 1955 Map of Port Jefferson, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Port Jefferson, 1957 Print
    1955 Port Jefferson
    1957 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Suffolk County comes to life as the maritime activity of Port Jefferson Harbor meets the growing suburban reach of Port Jefferson Station. Genealogists and historians can locate family homes near the Thompson House, local burials at St James Cem, or the institutional grounds of St Clares Convent.
    2 unique versions available
  43. 1955 Map of Bay Shore East, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Bay Shore East, 1957 Print
    1955 Bay Shore East
    1957 Print · USGS
    Coastal Suffolk County thrives in the mid-fifties as mainland suburbs like East Islip and Brightwaters expand toward the Great South Bay. Researchers can trace ferry routes to seasonal colonies at Ocean Beach or locate local landmarks like Brookwood Hall Orphanage.
    2 unique versions available
  46. 1955 Map of Shinnecock Inlet, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Shinnecock Inlet, 1957 Print
    1955 Shinnecock Inlet
    1957 Print · USGS
    The South Shore of Long Island is captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the delicate balance between the historic village of Southampton and the Shinnecock Indian Reservation. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named thoroughfares like Coopers Neck Lane and landmark sites including St Andrews Ch.
    3 unique versions available
  49. 1955 Map of Saint James, 1963 Print
    1955 Map of Saint James, 1963 Print
    1955 Saint James
    1963 Print · USGS
    Coastal Suffolk County shows its mid-century character as the residential corridors of Saint James and Stony Brook expand. Researchers can trace the grounds of Kings Park State Hospital, find early family sites like Wheeler Cem, or locate the Civil Air Patrol Landing Strip near the harbor.
  52. 1956 Map of Napeague Beach
    1956 Map of Napeague Beach
    1956 Napeague Beach
    1956 Print · USGS
    The South Fork of Long Island comes alive in the mid-fifties, showing the thin strip of land between the harbor and the Atlantic. Researchers can trace the path of the Long Island Railroad past Promised Land, Devon, and the U S Naval Res (Radio Sta).
    3 unique versions available
  55. 1956 Map of Gardiners Island East, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Gardiners Island East, 1957 Print
    1956 Gardiners Island East
    1957 Print · USGS
    Coastal Suffolk County in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape of isolated islands and growing rail corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Hither Hills State Park and locate small settlements like Promised Land and Napeague.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 1956 Map of Gardiners Island West, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Gardiners Island West, 1957 Print
    1956 Gardiners Island West
    1957 Print · USGS
    Coastal Suffolk County is captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the shoreline between the historic Gardiners Island and the mainland landings. Researchers can trace local heritage through landmarks like Our Lady of the Wayside Chapel, the Captain Kidd Monument, and the vanished era of Fireplace Lodge Girls Camp.
    3 unique versions available
  61. 1956 Map of Orient, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Orient, 1957 Print
    1956 Orient
    1957 Print · USGS
    The tip of Long Island’s North Fork comes into focus in the mid-fifties, showing the maritime village of Orient and the surrounding coastal ponds. Genealogists can locate family names at Village Cem and Terry Cem, while trace the contours of Truman Beach and the Browns Hills.
    3 unique versions available
  64. 1956 Map of Howells Point, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Howells Point, 1957 Print
    1956 Howells Point
    1957 Print · USGS
    The South Shore of Long Island is captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the coastal developments of Bellport and Shirley along the bays. Researchers can trace the shifting sands of Fire Island Beach and find landmarks like Smith Point and Hospital Island.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1956 Map of Pattersquash Island, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Pattersquash Island, 1957 Print
    1956 Pattersquash Island
    1957 Print · USGS
    Coastal Suffolk County comes into focus in the mid-1950s, documenting the growing neighborhoods of Shirley and Mastic Beach. Trace the waterfront along Moriches Bay and Narrow Bay, or locate landmarks like Pattersquash Island and Smith Pt.
  70. 1956 Map of Quogue, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Quogue, 1957 Print
    1956 Quogue
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Hamptons shoreline of the 1950s shows a classic era of coastal life before the arrival of modern density. Trace family history and maritime landmarks from the U.S. Coast Guard Sta to local gathering spots like the Yacht Club and Oakwood Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1956 Map of Central Islip, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Central Islip, 1957 Print
    1956 Central Islip
    1957 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Suffolk County is captured here during a period of massive suburban expansion along the central Island. Researchers can trace the massive footprints of the Central Islip State Hospital, locate family plots in Calvary Cem, or follow the early routes of the Long Island Motor Parkway.
    2 unique versions available
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