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2012 Map of Gloucester

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Gloucester
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Gloucester Harbor and its complex network of coves and narrows anchor this coastal survey, illustrating the maritime infrastructure of the North Shore. The intricate shoreline is marked by essential navigational aids, including the Eastern Point Lighthouse and Stage Harbor Lighthouse, which have guided vessels through the South Channel for generations. On the inner harbor, the Rocky Neck Art Colony and Five Pound Island highlight the cultural and geographical density of the waterfront.

Further inland, the transition from urban East Gloucester to the more dispersed settlements of West Gloucester and Freshwater Cove Village is clear. Genealogists can identify several historic interment sites, such as the Old Bridge Street Burying Ground and Oak Hill Cem. The inclusion of the Boston - Gloucester Ferry Crossing serves as a reminder of the enduring transit links between these storied maritime hubs.