1964 Map of Bradenton Beach

About this map

Anna Maria Key and Longboat Key define this coastal landscape, separated by the waters of Longboat Pass as they connect the Gulf of Mexico to Sarasota Pass. In the mid-1960s, the development of these barrier islands is evident through the clustered residential streets of Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach, and Ilexhurst. The Cortez Bridge provides a vital link to the fishing village of Cortez on the mainland, while the interior of the islands is marked by local landmarks like St Bernards Ch and the Island Chapel. Further south, the map details the early footprints of Whitney Beach and Longbeach, where intricate finger canals and basins like Bishops Bayou and Harris Bayou have been carved into the shoreline to create waterfront access. On the mainland, the State Agriculture Experimental Station stands near Palma Sola Park, highlighting the region's agricultural roots amidst the expanding coastal settlements.