1953 Map of Rock Hall

About this map

Chesapeake Bay waterfront and the intricate tidal reaches of Kent County define this mid-century survey. The landscape is characterized by its agricultural interior, marked by features like the Wheat Bins near Asbury Ch, and its deep connection to the water. Small crossroads communities and landings such as Edesville, Fairlee, and Shipyard Landing serve as local hubs, while the shoreline is dotted with named points and coves including Whale Pt and Graveyard Cove. To the west, Tolchester Beach stands as a prominent coastal landmark overlooking the Chesapeake Bay. The map reveals a high density of rural religious life and genealogy markers, with Wesley Chapel, St Pauls Ch, and several associated burial grounds like Hadaway Chapel Cem providing a clear record of local settlement patterns during the 1950s.