1948 Map of Harrington

About this map

Harrington and its neighboring coastal settlements are defined by an intricate network of tidal inlets and islands in this mid-century survey. The landscape is oriented around the Harrington River and Flat Bay, where the local economy and social life were anchored by small hubs like West Harrington and Dorman. Genealogists will find a wealth of specific landmarks, from the Church in the Wildwood to several local cemeteries such as Rock Maple Cem and Coffin Sch Cem. Education and civic life are represented by multiple rural schoolhouses, including the Marshville Sch and Wards Cove Sch. The topography reveals the maritime character of Washington County, showing many geographic features like Ripley Neck and Dyer Island, alongside the tracks of the Central railroad line that once moved goods through this coastal stretch.