1958 Map of Niantic

About this map

The Niantic River and its expansive bay serve as the central focus of this coastal study, illustrating the mid-century development of the Connecticut shoreline. In the late 1950s, the landscape around Niantic and Waterford was defined by a mix of seasonal beach communities and institutional land use. Notable coastal settlements like Crescent Beach, Attawan Beach, and the Black Point Beach Club line the western shore of Niantic Bay, while the eastern side near Magonk Point remains largely defined by the Seaside state sanitarium. Further inland, transportation infrastructure including the Conn Turnpike and the Blue Star Memorial Highway indicate the growing accessibility of the region. The map captures several specialized landmarks, from the State Military Camp at Pine Grove and the State Farm for Women to the Millstone Point quarry and the New London Airport. Local genealogy is well-supported by numerous burial grounds such as Oswegatchie Cem and Jordan Cem.