2021 Map of Palmertown

About this map

Raymond Hill and its namesake cemetery overlook a landscape defined by New London County’s intricate water network and small settlements. The area shows a transition from the agricultural roots found near Chesterfield and Chapel Hill to the industrial and residential corridors of Palmertown and Oakdale. Hydrological features dominate the terrain, with substantial bodies like Oxoboxo Lake and Lake Konomoc supporting local needs, while smaller ponds like Powers Ice Pond and Davis Pond suggest earlier local industries. For genealogists, the map is particularly rich in family-named landmarks and resting places, including Winaker Cem, Baker Cem, and Rogers Cem, alongside numerous hills such as Beckwith Hill and Lynch Hill that carry the names of early resident families. The placement of schools and cemeteries throughout this 2021 survey provides a clear view of how these interior Connecticut communities have maintained their historical footprints.