1959 Map of North Adams

About this map

North Adams sits at the junction of the New York Central railroad and local transport lines in this late 1950s landscape. The map reveals a transition between the developed streets of Hillsdale and the agricultural surroundings of Adams and Fayette townships. Water dominates the southwestern corner, where the Baw Beese Lake chain provides a natural focal point near the Hillsdale Country Club. Further east, the small settlement of Osseo marks another stop along the rail line, while Steamburg remains a distinct locality to the south.