1953 Map of Poulsbo

About this map

Poulsbo and Silverdale anchor this coastal landscape, which showcases the post-war expansion and military presence on the Kitsap Peninsula. The extensive Naval Reservation dominates the western shore along Hood Canal, featuring the Bangor Station and its associated infrastructure. To the east, the shoreline of Liberty Bay is dotted with established waterfront communities like Scandia, Pearson, and Virginia, leading toward the naval facilities at Keyport. The map records a transition toward modern suburban development, particularly evident in the purple-shaded growth areas around Poulsbo and the location of educational institutions like North Kitsap High Sch and Central Kitsap High School. Inland, the terrain is defined by drainages such as Clear Creek and Barker Creek, which cut through the ridges toward Dyes Inlet, while the local transportation network is anchored by historically significant routes like the Willamette Meridian and Military Road.