Old Maps of Newport, Rhode Island for Academic Research
Study the evolution of Newport with 36 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.
- Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
- Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
- Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.
These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Newport has changed over the decades.
Newport, RI maps
(36)- 1889 Map of Newport
1889 Newport1889 Print · USGSNewport 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. - 1890 Map of Narragansett Bay
1890 Narragansett Bay1890 Print · USGSNarragansett 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. - 1892 Map of Narragansett Bay
1892 Narragansett Bay1892 Print · USGSNarragansett 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 - 1894 Map of Newport
1894 Newport1894 Print · USGSCoastal 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 - 1904 Map of Newport, 1912 Print
1904 Newport1912 Print · USGSCoastal Rhode Island thrived at the dawn of the century, with its bustling harbors and strategic military outposts guarding the bay. Trace the early streets of Newport, the defenses at Fort Adams, and the waterfront at Narragansett Pier. - 1919 Map of Narragansett Bay, 1921 Print
1919 Narragansett Bay1921 Print · USGSThe Rhode Island coast thrived as a hub of rail and maritime activity during the early twentieth century. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Sea View Electric R.R. and locate old landmarks like the Portsmouth Coal Mines and State Farm.2 unique versions available - 1920 Map of Newport
1920 Newport1920 Print · USGSNarragansett Bay at the end of the Great War reveals a landscape defined by coastal defense and maritime trade. Trace the lines of the Sea View R.R. Co. Electric R.R. or locate historic military sites like Fort Kearney and Fort Adams.2 unique versions available - 1922 Map of Newport
1922 Newport1922 Print · USGSThe Rhode Island coast after the turn of the century shows a landscape of strategic forts and bustling seaside resorts. Trace the path of the Sea View R.R. Co. Electric or locate historic military sites like Fort Adams and Fort Kearney. - 1931 Map of Newport
1931 Newport1931 Print · USGSCoastal Rhode Island just after the Great War shows a landscape of strategic forts and bustling summer colonies. Genealogists and historians can trace the early Sea View R.R. through Narragansett Pier or locate family estates near Ochre Point. - 1935 Map of Newport
1935 Newport1935 Print · USGSNarragansett Bay's military and maritime character is on full display in the mid-1930s. Researchers can trace the Sea View R.R. Co. Electric R.R. or locate coastal fortifications like Fort Adams and Fort Kearney. - 1939 Map of Prudence Island, 1953 Print
1939 Prudence Island1953 Print · USGSNarragansett Bay's island and coastal communities are shown here just before the mid-century, from the heights of Quaker Hill to the shores of Prudence Island. Trace early local landmarks like the Middletown Cem, St Marys Ch, and the grounds of Miantonomi Memorial Park.2 unique versions available - 1939 Map of Newport, 1957 Print
1939 Newport1957 Print · USGSNewport and its neighboring islands are shown here in the late 1930s, documenting a premier maritime and military center. Genealogists and historians can trace the town's footprint through its early schools like De La Salle Academy and coastal landmarks like Ida Lewis Rock. - 1942 Map of Newport
1942 Newport1942 Print · USGSThe Rhode Island coast appears here at a critical wartime moment, showing the heavy fortification of Narragansett Bay. Researchers can trace military sites like Fort Kearny, maritime landmarks like the Point Judith Life Saving Station, and old ferry routes.2 unique versions available - 1942 Map of Prudence Island
1942 Prudence Island1942 Print · USGSNarragansett Bay and the surrounding islands are captured here in the early years of the war. Researchers can trace the development of Newport and Middletown, locating local landmarks like St Marys Ch and the Middletown Cem.2 unique versions available - 1943 Map of Providence
1943 Providence1943 Print · USGSNarragansett Bay and the industrial Blackstone Valley appear here in the midst of the Second World War. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Lonsdale Station, the St Marys Reservoir, and the Rhode Island State Airport. - 1944 Map of Newport
1944 Newport1944 Print · USGSNewport and Middletown are shown here during the mid-forties, balancing their roles as a naval stronghold and a premier summer retreat. Genealogists and historians can locate Island Cem, the winding Cliff Walk, and the historic Fort Adams grounds.3 unique versions available - 1947 Map of Providence, 1948 Print
1947 Providence1948 Print · USGSSouthern New England is captured in the mid-1940s, showing a landscape defined by busy industrial ports and expanding military installations. Researchers can trace the rail lines of the N.Y. N.H. & H. RR or locate coastal defenses like Fort Adams and Quonset Point.5 unique versions available - 1948 Map of Providence, 1951 Print
1948 Providence1951 Print · USGSSouthern New England’s coastal reaches are captured here in the late 1940s, from the industrial heart of Providence to the tip of Provincetown. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Central Vermont Railway and locate active military sites such as Otis Air Force Base and Fort Rodman. - 1955 Map of Prudence Island, 1958 Print
1955 Prudence Island1958 Print · USGSNarragansett Bay at mid-century reveals a landscape of naval installations and quiet island communities. Trace local family history through landmarks like the Prudence Sch, St Columbas Cemetery, and the Howland Sch across the islands.5 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Providence
1957 Providence1957 Print · USGSCoastal New England at the height of the mid-century era shows a landscape shaped by maritime industry and Cold War defense. Genealogists and historians can trace the reach of the New York, New Haven & Hartford RR and locate legacy sites like Fort Adams and Quonset Point Naval Air Station. - 1957 Map of Newport, 1959 Print
1957 Newport1959 Print · USGSNewport and Jamestown are captured in high detail in the late fifties, showcasing the density of Aquidneck Island’s estates and naval facilities. Researchers can trace historic family burial sites like Common Ground Cem, explore the grounds of The Breakers, and locate the various schools and academies of the era.4 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Providence
1958 Providence1958 Print · USGSThe Rhode Island and Massachusetts coastlines are shown in detail during the late 1950s, from the urban cores to the tips of the islands. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprint of Quonset Point Naval Air Station, the defense works at Fort Adams, and the rail network of the New York, New Haven and Hartford RR. - 1963 Map of Providence
1963 Providence1963 Print · USGSSouthern New England's coastal and industrial heartland is captured here in the early sixties, from the Rhode Island mainland to the far reaches of the Cape. Researchers can trace mid-century growth in Providence or locate landmarks on Marthas Vineyard and Nantucket Island. - 1984 Map of Block Island
1984 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 Providence, 1985 Print
1984 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.
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