1950s Maps of Poquoson, Virginia

Explore 5 historic maps of Poquoson 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.

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Poquoson, VA maps

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  1. 1955 Map of Morrison, 1958 Print
    1955 Map of Morrison, 1958 Print
    1955 Morrison
    1958 Print · USGS
    Mid-century development spreads across the Virginia Peninsula in the years following the war, bridging the gap between old battlefields and new suburbs. Genealogists and historians can trace neighborhood growth through Hilton Village, Aberdeen Garden, and the location of Blooming Zion Ch.

  2. 1955 Map of Harris Grove, 1958 Print
    1955 Map of Harris Grove, 1958 Print
    1955 Harris Grove
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Virginia Peninsula is captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the coastal necks and historical grounds around the York River. Genealogists and historians can trace the footprint of Yorktown Battlefield, the community of Poquoson, and local landmarks like Moore House.

  3. 1955 Map of Messick, 1958 Print
    1955 Map of Messick, 1958 Print
    1955 Messick
    1958 Print · USGS
    Coastal York County in the mid-fifties is defined by the intersection of military zones and small tidewater communities. Local historians can trace the early layout of Poquoson and Messick alongside the Plum Tree Island Bombing Range and the lonely York Spit Lighthouse.

  4. 1955 Map of Hampton, 1958 Print
    1955 Map of Hampton, 1958 Print
    1955 Hampton
    1958 Print · USGS
    Hampton and the tip of the Virginia Peninsula are shown here during the mid-fifties, dominated by military installations and bayfront communities. Genealogists and historians can trace neighborhood growth in Pleasant Manor, locate the Western Cem, or study the grounds of Hampton Institute and Fort Monroe.

  5. 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.

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