1893 Map of York

About this map

Mt. Agamenticus anchors the interior of this coastal survey, rising above a landscape of cedar swamps and small ponds like Folly Pond and Hooker Pond. Along the shore, the maritime economy of the late 19th century is evident in the cluster of post offices and light stations that protected the seafaring traffic of the Atlantic Ocean. The detailed coastline reveals the intricate geology of Bald Head Cliff and the complex tidal inlets of York Harbor and Portsmouth Harbor. While the northern reaches near Ogunquit show more dispersed settlement, the southern portion is dense with activity around the Navy Yard and Kittery. Inland, the road network connects established hamlets like York Village, York Corner, and Scotland, following the winding path of the York River. This document preserves the footprint of a region balanced between its ancient village centers and its growing role as a destination at York Beach.