1980s Maps of Rhode Island
Explore 14 historic maps of Rhode Island from the 1980s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1980s — 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 Rhode Island's landscape evolved across the 1980s, 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 1980s, 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 Rhode Island's history through authentic maps from the 1980s. This is your window into the past.
Rhode Island maps
(14)- 1982 Map of Uxbridge, 1984 Print1982 Uxbridge1984 Print · USGSThe Blackstone Valley at the start of the eighties shows a landscape of historic mill towns and river-driven industry. Researchers can trace family ties and civic growth through sites like the Chestnut Hill Meeting House, Northbridge High Sch, and Evergreen Cem.
- 1982 Map of Webster, 1984 Print1982 Webster1984 Print · USGSCentral Massachusetts and the tri-state borderlands come into focus in the early eighties, centered on the industrial corridors of the French River. Genealogists can trace family sites at St Anthony Cem or locate the campus of Nichols College and the various mills of Webster.2 unique versions available
- 1984 Map of Block Island1984 Block Island1984 Print · USGSThe coastal borderlands of Rhode Island, Connecticut, and New York are captured here in the mid-eighties, from the rail hubs of Westerly to the shores of Block Island. Genealogists and historians can trace the shoreline's evolution through landmarks like the Pequot Indian Res, New Shoreham, and Narragansett Pier.
- 1984 Map of Sakonnet Point1984 Sakonnet Point1984 Print · USGSThe coastal border of Rhode Island and Massachusetts in the 1980s reveals a shoreline of wildlife refuges and rocky navigational hazards. Trace local landmarks like the Lighthouse (Abandoned) at Sakonnet Point, St Andrews by the Sea Ch, and the grounds of Woods Castle.
- 1984 Map of Mystic1984 Mystic1984 Print · USGSCoastal Connecticut and the New York borderlands meet in the mid-eighties as maritime traditions and modern development converge. Genealogists and historians can trace family plots at Elm Grove Cemetery or explore the harbor layout near Mystic Seaport and the abandoned lighthouse.2 unique versions available
- 1984 Map of Providence, 1985 Print1984 Providence1985 Print · USGSThe Rhode Island coast and its industrial heartlands are captured here in the mid-eighties, showing the density of the Providence metro area. Researchers can trace historic rail lines like the Providence & Worcester RR and explore the maritime layout of Narragansett Bay and Newport.
- 1984 Map of Ashaway, 1985 Print1984 Ashaway1985 Print · USGSThe Rhode Island and Connecticut border comes alive in the mid-eighties as a landscape of river-driven industry and forest management. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of riverside villages like Potter Hill and White Rock or follow the path of the Conrail line.2 unique versions available
- 1985 Map of Westport1985 Westport1985 Print · USGSThe coastal border of Massachusetts and Rhode Island is meticulously detailed in the mid-1980s, showcasing a landscape of tidal inlets and colonial-era crossroads. Local researchers can trace old family footprints at Adamsville or find local landmarks like St Catherine Ch and the Westport Yacht Club.
- 1985 Map of Fall River1985 Fall River1985 Print · USGSFall River and the surrounding Bristol County shorelines are captured here in the mid-1980s, showcasing the region's dense urban core and rural fringes. Researchers can locate specific community landmarks like Westport Factory, the Polish National Cem, and the Borden Flats Lighthouse.2 unique versions available
- 1985 Map of Boston, 1986 Print1985 Boston1986 Print · USGSThe Massachusetts urban core and its expanding suburbs are captured in the mid-eighties, showing the reach of the Mass Turnpike and Route 128. Genealogists and historians can trace the evolution of towns from Lexington to Waltham, locating landmarks like Harvard University and Minute Man National Historical Park.
- 1987 Map of Franklin1987 Franklin1987 Print · USGSFranklin and the Norfolk County borderlands are shown in the late eighties during a period of established institutional and suburban growth. Researchers can locate specific sites like the Wrentham State School, Dean Jr College, and the extensive Franklin State Forest.2 unique versions available
- 1987 Map of Providence1987 Providence1987 Print · USGSThe industrial and academic heart of Rhode Island is shown in the late eighties, spanning from the dense core of Providence to its surrounding suburbs. Researchers can trace historic cemeteries like North Burial Ground, the campus of Brown University, and coastal landmarks like Sabin Pt Lighthouse.2 unique versions available
- 1987 Map of Attleboro1987 Attleboro1987 Print · USGSThe Rhode Island and Massachusetts borderlands during the late eighties show a landscape of industrial river towns and post-war suburban growth. Trace family history through Saylesville Highlands or locate landmarks like the Lincoln Greyhound Park and Diamond Hill Reservoir.2 unique versions available
- 1989 Map of Boston1989 Boston1989 Print · USGSGreater Boston and the central Massachusetts corridor appear here in the late eighties as suburban growth reshaped the region. Genealogists and historians can trace the transit networks between Boston, Worcester, and Quincy, while locating landmarks like Bunker Hill Monument and Wachusett Reservoir.2 unique versions available
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