1953 Map of Avalon

About this map

Seven Mile Beach and the barrier island communities of Avalon and Stone Harbor are captured here in the early 1950s, showcasing a landscape defined by its complex maritime geography. The coastal development is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the east and a labyrinth of tidal channels to the west, including Ingram Thorofare and Long Reach. The infrastructure of a mid-century resort town is evident through the layout of the Boardwalk, the Avalon Yacht Club, and the artificial basins of Pennsylvania Harbor and Princeton Harbor. Beyond the residential grids, the map details the critical Intracoastal Waterway navigating through Townsends Inlet, while offshore features like a noted Wreckage and various pilings reflect the hazards of this shifting coastal environment.