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1800s (19th Century) Maps of Newport, Rhode Island

Explore 4 historic maps of Newport from the 1800s (19th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1800s — 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 Newport's landscape evolved across the 1800s, 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 1800s, 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 Newport's history through authentic maps from the 1800s. This is your window into the past.

Newport, RI maps

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  1. 1889 Map of Newport
    1889 Map of Newport
    1889 Newport
    1889 Print · USGS
    Newport and the surrounding Narragansett Bay area are captured in the late 1880s, showcasing a landscape of coastal fortifications and maritime commerce. Local historians can trace the foundations of Narragansett Pier, the busy harbor at Fort Adams, and vanished landmarks like Watsons Pier.
  4. 1890 Map of Narragansett Bay
    1890 Map of Narragansett Bay
    1890 Narragansett Bay
    1890 Print · USGS
    Narragansett Bay's western shore comes to life in the late nineteenth century, showing a landscape of rail-linked villages and coastal landmarks. Genealogists and historians can trace old homesteads and transit hubs from Wickford Junction to the State Farm and the Bristol Ferry.
  7. 1892 Map of Narragansett Bay
    1892 Map of Narragansett Bay
    1892 Narragansett Bay
    1892 Print · USGS
    Narragansett Bay in the late nineteenth century reveals a coastline defined by maritime commerce and early rail connectivity. Genealogists can trace family roots in old village centers like Wickford, Apponaug, and Conimicut, or locate the State Prison near Natick.
    8 unique versions available
  10. 1894 Map of Newport
    1894 Map of Newport
    1894 Newport
    1894 Print · USGS
    Coastal Rhode Island was a hive of maritime activity and late-Victorian growth when this survey was conducted. Researchers can trace the legacy of Narragansett Bay through landmarks like Fort Adams, the Narragansett Pier R.R., and Beaver Tail Light.
    3 unique versions available
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