1955 Map of Bay Shore East

About this map

Bay Shore and its South Shore neighbors are presented in high mid-century detail, anchored by the busy Long Island Railroad corridor and the Sunrise Highway. The landscape is a mix of growing residential settlements like Islip Terrace and East Islip alongside significant institutional grounds, including the Montfort Seminary and Brookwood Hall Orphanage. To the south, the expansive Great South Bay separates the mainland from the slender barrier of Fire Island, where a chain of seasonal communities such as Ocean Beach, Saltaire, and Point o' Woods is clearly delineated. The map captures the specialized waterfront economy of the era, noting numerous boat channels, the U S Coast Guard Reservation, and the emerging recreation areas at Heckscher State Park and Fire Island State Park.