1957 Map of Block Island

About this map

Sachem Pond and the northern reaches of Sandy Point define the coastal character of this island survey, which reflects the mid-century landscape of the town of Block Island. This era shows a balanced maritime environment of infrastructure and isolation, featuring the U S Coast Guard Sta near Great Salt Pond and the central Block Island State Airport. Notable for genealogists and local historians, the map details several burial grounds including Island Cem, Indian Cem, and Sheffield Cem, alongside agricultural landmarks like the Governor Gorton Farm. The road network, including Corn Neck Road and Mohegan Trail, connects the disparate settlements and coastal features such as Clay Head and Old Harbor. The presence of both the Block Island N Lighthouse and Block Island SE Lighthouse underscores the critical importance of this landmass to navigation within Block Island Sound and the Atlantic Ocean.