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1940s Maps of Westchester County, New York

Explore 23 historic maps of Westchester County 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 Westchester County'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 Westchester County's history through authentic maps from the 1940s. This is your window into the past.

Westchester County, NY maps

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  1. 1940 Map of Nyack, 1952 Print
    1940 Map of Nyack, 1952 Print
    1940 Nyack
    1952 Print · USGS
    The Hudson River shoreline and Rockland County interior are captured here just before mid-century suburban expansion. Researchers can trace the extensive grounds of the Rockland State Hospital, the paths of the West Shore RR, and historic sites like Sneden Landing.
  4. 1941 Map of West Point
    1941 Map of West Point
    1941 West Point
    1941 Print · USGS
    The Hudson Highlands were undergoing significant change in the years leading up to the war, blending heavy industry with expanding military installations. Genealogists can trace family lines through Continental Village, Hillside Cem, and the various schools like Manitou Sch.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1942 Map of Nyack
    1942 Map of Nyack
    1942 Nyack
    1942 Print · USGS
    The Hudson River riverfront and the high ridges of the Palisades define this area in the early years of the war. Researchers can trace the legacy of rail and river travel through the Tarrytown Ferry and the Erie RR, or locate family sites near Sneden Landing and Rockland State Hospital.
  10. 1943 Map of Haverstraw
    1943 Map of Haverstraw
    1943 Haverstraw
    1943 Print · USGS
    The Hudson River's wide reach at the Tappan Zee is documented here during the early years of the war. Researchers can trace local heritage through the Rockland Lighthouse, family-named landings like Snedeker Landing, and early aviation at Christie Airport.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1943 Map of Nyack
    1943 Map of Nyack
    1943 Nyack
    1943 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Rockland County and the Bergen County border are shown in the early 1940s as riverfront villages and rail-dependent towns. Trace the sprawling grounds of the Rockland State Hospital or locate ancestors in Oak Hill Cemetery and Rockland Cemetery.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1943 Map of Ossining
    1943 Map of Ossining
    1943 Ossining
    1943 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Westchester County comes into focus as the riverfront villages expand into the surrounding hills. Genealogists and historians can trace the grounds of Sing Sing Prison, the Maryknoll Seminary, and the storied Sleepy Hollow Country Club.
    4 unique versions available
  19. 1943 Map of Norwalk North, 1947 Print
    1943 Map of Norwalk North, 1947 Print
    1943 Norwalk North
    1947 Print · USGS
    Fairfield County towns like Wilton and Weston are captured here during the mid-1940s as infrastructure began to modernize the valley. Researchers can trace the early path of the Merritt Parkway, find the Low-Heywood School, and locate the former Norwalk Airport.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1944 Map of Croton Falls
    1944 Map of Croton Falls
    1944 Croton Falls
    1944 Print · USGS
    Upper Westchester and Putnam counties are seen here during the mid-forties, characterized by a vast network of reservoirs and the New York Central rail line. Researchers can locate family landmarks like the Wandell Cem, trace the early grounds of the Reformatory, and find community centers like Somers and Purdy.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1944 Map of Glenville, 1947 Print
    1944 Map of Glenville, 1947 Print
    1944 Glenville
    1947 Print · USGS
    Fairfield and Westchester counties meet in the 1940s as the regional parkway system begins to reshape the countryside. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Glenville, the Chieftains Estate, and the grounds of Rosemary Hall.
  28. 1945 Map of Peach Lake
    1945 Map of Peach Lake
    1945 Peach Lake
    1945 Print · USGS
    The hills of Westchester and Fairfield counties appear in the mid-1940s, revealing a landscape defined by glacial lakes and old turnpike crossings. Genealogists can trace family lines through June Cem, the Peach Lake Meeting House, and landmarks in South Salem.
    3 unique versions available
  31. 1946 Map of Peach Lake
    1946 Map of Peach Lake
    1946 Peach Lake
    1946 Print · USGS
    The New York and Connecticut border country comes alive in the mid-1940s, showing a landscape of lakeside hamlets and rising reservoirs. Genealogists and historians can trace local roots through landmarks like the Peach Lake Meeting House, Lewisboro Sch, and Drews Cliff Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1947 Map of Mamaroneck
    1947 Map of Mamaroneck
    1947 Mamaroneck
    1947 Print · USGS
    Coastal Westchester and Nassau Counties are shown here just after the war as the region's grand estates and suburban centers flourished. Genealogists and historians can locate private landmarks like the J P Morgan property, Pratts Estate, and St Thomas Ch.
  37. 1947 Map of West Point
    1947 Map of West Point
    1947 West Point
    1947 Print · USGS
    The Hudson Highlands and the Peekskill waterfront are captured just before the post-war boom, showing the critical junction of river, rail, and early parkways. Genealogists can trace family landmarks and burial sites like Cold Spring Cem, Amawalk Cem, and the historic Mahopac Mines.
  40. 1947 Map of Yonkers
    1947 Map of Yonkers
    1947 Yonkers
    1947 Print · USGS
    The Hudson River waterfronts of New York and New Jersey are captured here in the late forties, showing a landscape of suburban growth and industrial strength. Trace the old rail lines of the West Shore RR and find historic sites like the Spreckel Estate and N Y Colored Orphan Asylum.
    2 unique versions available
  43. 1947 Map of Sea Cliff
    1947 Map of Sea Cliff
    1947 Sea Cliff
    1947 Print · USGS
    The Gold Coast of Nassau County is captured here in the late 1940s, showcasing a landscape of massive private estates and yacht clubs. Trace family-named landmarks like the Vanderbilt Estate or find historic aviation sites like the New York Seaplane Airport.
  46. 1947 Map of Mt Vernon
    1947 Map of Mt Vernon
    1947 Mt Vernon
    1947 Print · USGS
    Westchester County and the northern Bronx are captured in the late 1940s during a period of rapid suburban maturation. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through numerous landmarks like Woodlawn Cem, Sarah Lawrence College, and the grounds of Fort Slocum.
  49. 1947 Map of Flushing
    1947 Map of Flushing
    1947 Flushing
    1947 Print · USGS
    The coastal transition of Queens and the Bronx is captured just after the war as parkways and airfields reshaped the shoreline. Researchers can locate military sites like Fort Totten or trace family roots at Flushing Cem and the Franciscan Poor Clares Monastery.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1947 Map of White Plains
    1947 Map of White Plains
    1947 White Plains
    1947 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Westchester County comes alive in this survey of the riverfront and inland townships during the post-war building boom. Genealogists and historians can locate prominent institutions and landmarks like the Bloomingdale Asylum, Marymount College, and Sleepy Hollow Cem.
  55. 1947 Map of Pound Ridge
    1947 Map of Pound Ridge
    1947 Pound Ridge
    1947 Print · USGS
    The Westchester and Fairfield county line was a landscape of estates and massive reservoirs in the late 1940s. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Scott Corners, the historic Sunset Home (County Poor Farm), and the grounds of the Childs Estate.
  58. 1947 Map of Peekskill
    1947 Map of Peekskill
    1947 Peekskill
    1947 Print · USGS
    The Hudson Highlands were undergoing significant post-war development when this map was made, balancing heavy military presence with growing suburban settlements. Researchers can trace historic ruins at Fort Montgomery or locate family sites at Hillside Cemetery and Continental Village.
  61. 1947 Map of Hartford, 1955 Print
    1947 Map of Hartford, 1955 Print
    1947 Hartford
    1955 Print · USGS
    Southern New England and the Hudson Valley are shown in detail during the post-war expansion era. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks from the State Capitol and Yale University to the Stratford Lighthouse and Woodlawn Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  64. 1948 Map of Hartford
    1948 Map of Hartford
    1948 Hartford
    1948 Print · USGS
    Southern New England is captured here in the late 1940s, showcasing a landscape of thriving industrial cities and developing parkways. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail networks of the New York New Haven and Hartford RR or locate coastal defense sites like Fort Terry and Camp Shanks.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1949 Map of New York, 1951 Print
    1949 Map of New York, 1951 Print
    1949 New York
    1951 Print · USGS
    Long 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.
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