1901 Map of Chestertown

About this map

Chestertown and Centerville anchor this detailed survey of the Eastern Shore, where the tidal fingers of the Chester River divide the landscape into a series of agricultural necks. The region’s late 19th-century economy is visible through the Baltimore and Delaware Bay RR line terminating at Chestertown, while the sprawling shoreline is dotted with local landmarks like Bogles Wharf and Spaniards Point. The map provides a look at the intricate geography of Langford Bay and the numerous small landings that once served as vital links for trade and travel along the Chesapeake. Inland, the survey reveals a network of established crossroads and hamlets such as Kennedyville, Rockhall, and Pomona, many associated with the surrounding districts like No. 6 and No. 4. The complex maritime boundary between Kent and Queen Anne counties is clearly traced through the winding river channel and Eastern Neck Island.