2024 Map of Hanover

About this map

Hanover and Pembroke sit at the center of this detailed coastal plain survey, where the Indian Head River and North River define the local topography. The landscape is a complex network of glacial ponds and wetlands, including Oldham Pond, Furnace Pond, and the Little Cedar Swamp. These water bodies historically drove local industry and settlement patterns, evidenced by the cluster of small villages like Oldham Village and Winslows Crossing. Genealogists will find a high density of burial sites, from the Friends Burying Ground Cem to the Briggs Burying Ground Cem, reflecting the deep colonial and Quaker roots of Plymouth County. The area’s recreational and aviation history is also prominent, featuring numerous summer camps such as Camp Wampatuck and Camp Ousamequin, alongside the Cranland Airport and the Sherman-Privat Airport, illustrating the transition from a water-and-rail economy to modern residential and leisure use.