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1950s Maps of Brookhaven, New York

Explore 18 historic maps of Brookhaven 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 Brookhaven'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 Brookhaven's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Brookhaven, NY maps

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  1. 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
  4. 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.
  7. 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
  10. 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
  13. 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.
  16. 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
  19. 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.
  22. 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
  25. 1956 Map of Riverhead, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Riverhead, 1958 Print
    1956 Riverhead
    1958 Print · USGS
    The North Fork and Pine Barrens meet at Riverhead during the mid-fifties, showing a landscape defined by the Peconic River and coastal industry. Genealogists and local historians can locate St Johns Cem, the Riverhead Raceway, and the old Roanoke Sch.
    3 unique versions available
  28. 1956 Map of Bellport, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Bellport, 1958 Print
    1956 Bellport
    1958 Print · USGS
    Long Island's South Shore hamlets and the growing research complex at Brookhaven are captured here in the mid-fifties. Researchers can trace family sites at Holy Sepulchre Cem, explore the shoreline at Squassux Landing, or locate the Suffolk Home.
  31. 1956 Map of Middle Island, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Middle Island, 1958 Print
    1956 Middle Island
    1958 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Suffolk County comes to life as the North Shore communities of Sound Beach and Rocky Point expand along the Long Island Sound. Genealogists and historians can trace local family roots through sites like Hallock Cem, Aldrich Cem, and the old paths of Whiskey Road.
  34. 1956 Map of Patchogue, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Patchogue, 1958 Print
    1956 Patchogue
    1958 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Suffolk County comes alive in this survey of the central Long Island corridor from the South Shore to the Ronkonkoma hills. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprint of Mac Arthur Airport or locate family history at Holy Sepulchre Cem and Medford Station.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1956 Map of Eastport, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Eastport, 1958 Print
    1956 Eastport
    1958 Print · USGS
    The South Shore of Long Island in the mid-fifties reveals a coastal landscape of growing summer colonies and a significant military presence. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named necks and points or locate landmarks like the Westhampton Ch and Suffolk County Air Force Base.
    2 unique versions available
  40. 1956 Map of Setauket, 1961 Print
    1956 Map of Setauket, 1961 Print
    1956 Setauket
    1961 Print · USGS
    Mid-century central Suffolk County is captured here during a period of significant suburban growth and institutional prominence. Researchers can trace the massive grounds of Central Islip State Hospital, locate the St James Cem, or explore the maritime layout of Port Jefferson.
  43. 1957 Map of Moriches, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Moriches, 1958 Print
    1957 Moriches
    1958 Print · USGS
    The south shore of Long Island undergoes rapid mid-century expansion in this detailed record of the Moriches area. Researchers can trace the early residential grids of Shirley and Mastic Beach alongside traditional sites like the Church in the Wildwood and Floyd Cemetery.
  46. 1957 Map of Wading River, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Wading River, 1958 Print
    1957 Wading River
    1958 Print · USGS
    In the mid-fifties, this portion of Suffolk County supported a unique mix of aviation industry, scientific research, and coastal recreation. Genealogists and historians can locate the Wading River Cem, Grumman Airport, and the early footprint of the Brookhaven National Laboratory.
  49. 1957 Map of New York, 1975 Print
    1957 Map of New York, 1975 Print
    1957 New York
    1975 Print · USGS
    Long Island and the New York metropolitan area are shown in this mid-century survey during a period of massive suburban growth and industrial expansion. Researchers can trace the Long Island RR network and locate landmarks like Fort Tilden or the Brookhaven National Laboratory.
  52. 1958 Map of New York
    1958 Map of New York
    1958 New York
    1958 Print · USGS
    Long Island at the height of its postwar expansion reveals a landscape of rapidly growing suburbs and critical military installations. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of Levittown, the terminals of Idlewild Airport, and the grounds of Brookhaven National Laboratory.
    3 unique versions available
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