Land reclamation - Vivid Maps

October 1, 2022 Alex

Land Reclamation in Boston

Boston is the capital and largest city of the state of Massachusetts in the United States. Founded in 1630, it holds a rich historical significance as one of the oldest cities in the country. Over time, the city has evolved into a thriving metropolis known for its world-class universities (Harvard and MIT), healthcare institutions, and innovative technology companies. Boston’s historic neighborhoods, such as Beacon Hill and the North End, have preserved their charm, while the city has expanded through urban development and land reclamation projects.

Historical Maps

December 16, 2017 Alex

The Changing Shoreline of New York City

Manhattan below City Hall is 50% larger than in the 1620s. Maps show the Heere Gracht canal (1626-1676), English water lots that added 500 acres by 1776, Castle Clinton built 300 feet offshore in 1808, Egbert Viele’s 1865 map showing landfill extent, Battery Park City’s 92 acres from World Trade Center excavation (1968-1976), and T. Kennard Thomson’s 1911 plan to dam the East River.