1947 Map of Rockport

About this map

Straitsmouth Lighthouse and the dual beacons of Cape Ann Lighthouse on Thacher Island define this coastal landscape at the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. This post-war Army Map Service survey details the maritime infrastructure of the Cape Ann peninsula, from the protected waters of Sandy Bay to the rocky outcroppings of Dry Salvages. The settlement patterns of Rockport and Pigeon Cove are clearly visible, showing the concentration of homes and industry near the shoreline and along Main St. Inland, the importance of local water sources is noted at Cape Pond, while the coast is dotted with navigational aids and landmarks including Halibut Pt, Gap Head, and the C G Sta at Whale Cove. The map also captures the transition between the developed town center and the recreation-oriented reaches of Long Beach and Brier Neck.