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1956 Map of Kittery

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Kittery
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1957
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

The Piscataqua River serves as the focal point for this coastal mid-century survey, dividing the maritime communities of Kittery, Maine, and Portsmouth, New Hampshire. This era reflects a landscape defined by significant military and naval installations, from the sprawling Portsmouth Naval Base on Seavey Island to defensive positions like Fort Constitution and Fort Stark. The transition from wartime footing to suburban growth is visible in developments like Admiralty Village and the proximity of the Maine Turnpike.

Coastal geography reveals a complex network of harbors and islands, including Brave Boat Harbor and Little Harbor. Maritime safety is marked by the Whaleback Lighthouse, while the interior shows established community landmarks such as the Frisbee Sch and the Wentworth Golf Club. Further south, the New Hampshire coastline features the beach communities of Wallis Sands and Rye North Beach, illustrating the region's enduring appeal as a seaside destination during the 1950s.