1903 Map of Hempstead

About this map

Hempstead sits at the center of this detailed survey, which illustrates the rapid suburbanization of Nassau County at the turn of the century. The map highlights a dense network of rail lines including the Long Island and its Hempstead Branch, which spurred the growth of residential hubs like Garden City, Mineola, and Floral Park. To the south, the intricate marshlands and tidal channels of Merrick Bay and East Bay contrast with the developing mainland. A significant religious landmark, the Camp Meeting Grounds, appears near Smithville South, while the massive Hempstead Reservoir and Millburn Reservoir dominate the central drainage system. Along the Atlantic coast, the presence of the Long Beach L.S. Sta. and Pt. Lookout L.S. Sta. underscores the importance of maritime safety near Hicks Beach and Short Beach.