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1963 Map of Kingston East

Name: 1963 Topographic Map of Kingston East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

The Hudson River serves as the central artery for this mid-century survey, dividing Ulster and Dutchess counties. On the western bank, the industrial and transport hub of Kingston is shown in detail, featuring the Kingston-Ulster Airport, the Conrail line, and several historic neighborhoods such as Ponck Hockie. The Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge provides the primary crossing point, linking the city to the village of Rhinecliff and the sprawling estates of the east bank.

Agricultural and institutional landmarks dot the landscape, from the Cardinal Farley Military Academy near the river to the County Fairgrounds outside Rhinebeck. Genealogists may find value in the various named cemeteries like Montrepose Cemetery and Mt Calvary Cem, alongside rural social centers like the Grange Hall. The map also documents significant marshlands and water features, including Snyder Swamp and the tidal flats at the mouth of Rondout Creek.