1953 Map of Voluntown

About this map

The Connecticut-Rhode Island border cuts through a landscape defined by state forests and sprawling water bodies in this mid-century topographic record. Centered on Voluntown, the map illustrates a region transitioning from agricultural roots toward conservation and recreation, evidenced by the extensive Pachaug State Forest and the Beach Pond State Park. Settlement patterns are concentrated at small crossroads like Rockville and Escoheag, while the interior is dotted with local landmarks such as Mount Misery and the Kennedy Sch.