1957 Map of Portland

About this map

Portland Harbor and the surrounding coastal reaches of Saco Bay anchor this mid-century survey, illustrating a period of significant growth along the Maine coast. The urban core of Portland and South Portland is densely detailed, showing the industrial infrastructure of the Portland Terminal Company and Canadian National Railway alongside established residential neighborhoods like Rosemont and Libbytown. The transition from the commercial waterfront to the seasonal resort character of Old Orchard Beach and Prouts Neck reflects the diverse economy of the era, where maritime trade met burgeoning coastal tourism.