1950s Maps of Northumberland County, Virginia

Explore 4 historic maps of Northumberland County 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 Northumberland County'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 Northumberland County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.


Northumberland County, VA maps

(4)
  1. 1953 Map of Sunnybank
    1953 Map of Sunnybank
    1953 Sunnybank
    1953 Print · USGS
    Northumberland County in the early fifties shows a vibrant Tidewater landscape of isolated peninsulas and waterfront commerce. Local researchers can locate crossroads stores like Burgess Store, rural landmarks such as Grays School, and the Fairfields Ch and Cem.

  2. 1953 Map of Heathsville
    1953 Map of Heathsville
    1953 Heathsville
    1953 Print · USGS
    Northumberland County's tidewater landscape comes to life in the mid-1940s, showing a world of river landings and crossroads churches. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near Sissons Corner, St Stephens Ch, and old industry sites like Crabbe Mill.

  3. 1957 Map of Washington, 1966 Print
    1957 Map of Washington, 1966 Print
    1957 Washington
    1966 Print · USGS
    The mid-Atlantic region during the mid-fifties and early sixties reveals a landscape of growing suburbs and vital military outposts. Researchers can trace historic river towns and shorelines from Alexandria to the Hooper Islands and St Clements Island.
    5 unique versions available

  4. 1959 Map of Richmond
    1959 Map of Richmond
    1959 Richmond
    1959 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Virginia is captured here at its most vital rail and river junctions, from the capital city to the Chesapeake Bay. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of colonial settlements like Williamsburg and military landmarks including Fort Monroe and Camp Lee.

End of results
Showing maps 1-4 of 4

Top cities of Northumberland County


Frequently asked questions

  • What are the different types of historical maps available for Northumberland County?
  • What is the oldest map of Northumberland County?
  • Where can I purchase historical maps of Northumberland County for my home or office?
  • Where can I download high-res historical maps of Northumberland County?
  • Are there historical topographic maps available for Northumberland County?
  • Is there historical aerial imagery available for Northumberland County?
  • Where are historical maps of Northumberland County sourced from?