1950s Maps of Erie, Pennsylvania

Explore 5 historic maps of Erie 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 Erie'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.
  • 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 Erie's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.


Erie, PA maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Erie, 1953 Print
    1950 Map of Erie, 1953 Print
    1950 Erie
    1953 Print · USGS
    The northern and southern shores of the Great Lakes meet in the mid-twentieth century, showcasing the vital shipping and rail corridors between Ontario and Pennsylvania. Trace the routes of the Michigan Central railroad or locate coastal landmarks like Presque Isle Light and the settlement of Iona Station.

  2. 1957 Map of Erie South, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Erie South, 1959 Print
    1957 Erie South
    1959 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Erie shows its southern expansion toward the hills of Summit Township just as suburban growth began to accelerate. Genealogists and local researchers can locate numerous parish schools, the sprawling Erie Cemetery, and rural landmarks like St Matthews Ch and Five Points.
    4 unique versions available

  3. 1957 Map of Swanville, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Swanville, 1959 Print
    1957 Swanville
    1959 Print · USGS
    The western suburbs of Erie and the Lake Erie shoreline are captured in the late fifties as residential growth moved toward the countryside. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Waldameer Park, Middleboro, and the historic Weis Library.
    5 unique versions available

  4. 1957 Map of Erie North, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Erie North, 1959 Print
    1957 Erie North
    1959 Print · USGS
    Erie and its surrounding lakefront communities thrive during the late fifties, defined by the industrial pulse of the lakefront and the protected waters of Presque Isle Bay. Researchers can trace the footprints of old schools and parishes like St James Sch and St Benedicts Academy or locate landmarks such as the State Soldiers and Sailors Home.
    4 unique versions available

  5. 1959 Map of Erie, 1974 Print
    1959 Map of Erie, 1974 Print
    1959 Erie
    1974 Print · USGS
    Coastal communities and busy international rail lines define the North Shore and Pennsylvania lakefront during the late fifties and early seventies. Researchers can trace historic docklands and depot sites in Erie, Port Burwell, and Simcoe alongside the extensive reaches of Long Point.
    2 unique versions available

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