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1950s Maps of Charleston, South Carolina

Explore 8 historic maps of Charleston 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 Charleston'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 Charleston's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Charleston, SC maps

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  1. 1957 Map of Savannah, 1967 Print
    1957 Map of Savannah, 1967 Print
    1957 Savannah
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Lowcountry and Georgia coastal plain are shown here in the late fifties, prior to modern expansion. Researchers can trace the rail-and-river economy through the Central of Georgia lines and the Ogeechee River wetlands.
    4 unique versions available
  4. 1958 Map of North Charleston, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of North Charleston, 1959 Print
    1958 North Charleston
    1959 Print · USGS
    North Charleston in the late fifties shows a booming industrial and military hub defined by its riverfront access. Researchers can trace the mid-century development of Park Circle, the massive Port Terminal, and community cornerstones like the Orphanage and Oak Terrace Sch.
    4 unique versions available
  7. 1958 Map of Johns Island, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Johns Island, 1959 Print
    1958 Johns Island
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Lowcountry landscape west of Charleston comes to life in the late fifties, showing a mix of historic river estates and postwar growth. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Drayton Hall, Fort Bull, and the Stono Sta rail stop.
    5 unique versions available
  10. 1958 Map of Charleston, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Charleston, 1959 Print
    1958 Charleston
    1959 Print · USGS
    Charleston and its surrounding coastal islands are shown here in the late fifties as the city expanded northward and across its rivers. Researchers can locate long-standing institutions like The Citadel or trace family roots through historic sites like Magnolia Cem and Whipper Barony.
    5 unique versions available
  13. 1958 Map of Cainhoy, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Cainhoy, 1960 Print
    1958 Cainhoy
    1960 Print · USGS
    Coastal South Carolina is captured here in the late fifties, where the river-and-marsh economy still dictates the local geography. Researchers can trace historic family landmarks and burial grounds like McDowell Cem, St Pauls Ch, and Martins Point Landing.
    3 unique versions available
  16. 1959 Map of Legareville, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Legareville, 1960 Print
    1959 Legareville
    1960 Print · USGS
    Johns Island and the surrounding South Carolina Lowcountry are captured in the late fifties, showing a rural landscape of tidal creeks and church-centered communities. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near Legareville, Fenwick Crossroads, and several schools including Haut Gap Sch.
    3 unique versions available
  19. 1959 Map of James Island, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of James Island, 1960 Print
    1959 James Island
    1960 Print · USGS
    The coastal marshlands and barrier islands of the Charleston area are captured here during a period of mid-century growth. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites and landmarks like Secessionville, Sol Legare Island, and the Loran Coast Guard Station.
    4 unique versions available
  22. 1959 Map of Fort Moultrie, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Fort Moultrie, 1960 Print
    1959 Fort Moultrie
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Charleston coast comes into focus during the late fifties, showing the established waterfront communities and defensive landmarks of the harbor. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Christ Church, the Confederate Cem, and Fort Moultrie.
    5 unique versions available
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