Old Maps of Shirley, Brookhaven
Explore old maps of Shirley, spanning from 1904 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.
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Shirley, Brookhaven maps
- 1904 Map of Moriches, 1912 Print1904 Moriches1912 Print · USGSCoastal Suffolk County at the start of the century shows a landscape of quiet maritime landings and early railroad hamlets. Genealogists can trace the early footprints of Wardenclyffe, Middle Island, and the Life-Saving Stations protecting Fire Island.2 unique versions available
- 1947 Map of Bellport1947 Bellport1947 Print · USGSThe South Shore of Long Island in the late 1940s is shown here at the cusp of significant change. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-era landmarks like Yaphank Sta, the Suffolk County Alms House & Childrens Home, and the Camp Upton Military Reservation.
- 1947 Map of Howells Point1947 Howells Point1947 Print · USGSThe South Shore of Long Island is documented here in the late forties, showing the vulnerable barrier beach system before modern development. Researchers can trace the early residential layout of Brookhaven and the natural state of Great South Beach and Ridge Island.
- 1949 Map of New York, 1951 Print1949 New York1951 Print · USGSLong Island and its surrounding waters are documented here in the late 1940s, just as the postwar suburban boom began to transform the region. Genealogists and historians can trace the early layouts of Idlewild Airport, Mitchell Field, and the established routes of the Long Island RR.
- 1954 Map of New York1954 New York1954 Print · USGSLong 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
- 1956 Map of Howells Point, 1957 Print1956 Howells Point1957 Print · USGSThe 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
- 1956 Map of Pattersquash Island, 1957 Print1956 Pattersquash Island1957 Print · USGSCoastal 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.
- 1956 Map of Bellport, 1958 Print1956 Bellport1958 Print · USGSLong 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.
- 1957 Map of Moriches, 1958 Print1957 Moriches1958 Print · USGSThe 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.
- 1957 Map of New York, 1975 Print1957 New York1975 Print · USGSLong 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.
- 1958 Map of New York1958 New York1958 Print · USGSLong 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
- 1960 Map of New York, 1979 Print1960 New York1979 Print · USGSLong Island and the five boroughs are shown at a transformative moment mid-century as suburban expansion reshaped the landscape. Researchers can trace family roots through evolving neighborhoods from Rockville Centre to Sayville, or locate historic maritime landmarks like Eatons Neck and Montauk Point.2 unique versions available
- 1967 Map of Howells Point, 1968 Print1967 Howells Point1968 Print · USGSThe South Shore of Long Island is captured in the late sixties, showcasing the newly established Fire Island National Seashore. Researchers can trace the development of Bellport and Shirley or locate small beach outposts like Davis Park.3 unique versions available
- 1967 Map of Bellport, 1969 Print1967 Bellport1969 Print · USGSCoastal Suffolk County is captured here in the late sixties as suburban expansion meets traditional south-shore life. Trace family roots and local landmarks from Squassux Landing to the sprawling Brookhaven National Laboratory.3 unique versions available
- 1967 Map of Pattersquash Island, 1969 Print1967 Pattersquash Island1969 Print · USGSCoastal Suffolk County comes into focus in the late sixties as the barrier beach and mainland settlements reached a new era of connectivity. Trace local landmarks like the Smith Point Bridge and the Tollgate leading to Smith Pt.2 unique versions available
- 1967 Map of Moriches, 1970 Print1967 Moriches1970 Print · USGSCoastal Suffolk County emerges as a suburban and scientific hub during the late sixties, where the sprawling Brookhaven National Laboratory meets the burgeoning South Shore. Trace family roots at the Floyd Cem or locate lost landmarks like the Drive-in Theater and the New York National Speedway.2 unique versions available
- 1969 Map of New York1969 New York1969 Print · USGSLong Island and the New York harbor area are shown here during a peak era of suburban expansion and Cold War defense. Trace the growth of Levittown, the infrastructure of Idlewild NY International Airport, and the reach of the Long Island RR.
- 1984 Map of Long Island East, 1985 Print1984 Long Island East1985 Print · USGSEastern Long Island in the 1980s reveals a landscape of suburban growth and coastal preservation. Trace the mid-century development of Hampton Bays alongside Calverton National Cemetery and the Long Island Rail Road.3 unique versions available
- 2010 Map of Bellport, 2010 Print2010 Bellport2010 Print · USGSCovers Shirley, including Brookhaven, Coram, and other nearby areas
- 2010 Map of Moriches, 2010 Print2010 Moriches2010 Print · USGSCovers Shirley, including Brookhaven, Mastic, and other nearby areas
- 2010 Map of Howells Point, 2010 Print2010 Howells Point2010 Print · USGSCovers Shirley, including Brookhaven, East Patchogue, and other nearby areas
- 2010 Map of Pattersquash Island, 2010 Print2010 Pattersquash Island2010 Print · USGSCovers Shirley, including Brookhaven, Mastic Beach, and other nearby areas
- 2013 Map of Bellport, 2013 Print2013 Bellport2013 Print · USGSCovers Shirley, including Brookhaven, Coram, and other nearby areas
- 2013 Map of Howells Point, 2013 Print2013 Howells Point2013 Print · USGSCovers Shirley, including Brookhaven, East Patchogue, and other nearby areas
- 2013 Map of Moriches, 2013 Print2013 Moriches2013 Print · USGSCovers Shirley, including Brookhaven, Mastic, and other nearby areas
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