1966 Map of Newburyport East

About this map

The Merrimack River serves as the central artery for this coastal landscape, where the Newburyport waterfront meets the sprawling tidal flats of Joppa Flats. On the northern shore, the transition from Salisbury to Salisbury Beach is marked by a concentration of local landmarks, including the Drive-in Theater and numerous burial grounds like Long Hill Cem and Maplewood Cem. The map illustrates a maritime economy and leisure culture, from the Newburyport Light and U S Coast Guard Station on Plum Island to the extensive Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. Further inland, the Boston and Maine railroad line cuts through the terrain, connecting the older settlements of Newbury Old Town and South Seabrook. This mid-century survey reveals a coastline defined by intricate waterways like Pine Island Creek and the Blackwater River, reflecting the region's enduring relationship with the Atlantic Ocean.