1953 Map of Matinicus

About this map

Matinicus Island and its surrounding archipelago anchor this mid-century survey of Maine's outermost inhabited lands. The primary settlement of Matinicus is detailed alongside its smaller neighbor, Criehaven on Ragged Island, which both maintain a distinct maritime character through features like Criehaven Harbor and Matinicus Roads. The map documents a landscape defined by seafaring necessity and coastal survival, showing numerous landmarks such as the Light on Matinicus Rock and the U S Coast Guard Reservation to the south.