1942 Map of Kingston

About this map

Rhode Island State College stands at the northern edge of this coastal landscape, overlooking a region defined by its complex glacial hydrology and maritime heritage. The expansive Great Swamp dominates the central terrain, with the New York New Haven and Hartford RR cutting a straight line through the wetlands toward West Kingston. This mid-century survey captures the inland villages of Kingston, Peace Dale, and Wakefield as distinct clusters before modern suburban expansion. Significant historical landmarks are documented, including the Great Swamp Fight Site and the Kingston Fair Grounds. To the south, the terrain transitions into a labyrinth of salt ponds and coastal features. Coastal life is reflected in the layout of fishing and resort communities like Galilee and Jerusalem, positioned near The Breachway and the State Piers at Point Judith Pond. From the freshwater expanse of Worden Pond to the protected waters of Point Judith Harbor of Refuge, the map details a world where inland agriculture, academic life, and Atlantic commerce converge.