Essex Maps

Our Essex maps help Essex, New York residents and visitors every day! We provide complementary, user-friendly Essex maps showcasing local businesses, organizations, attractions and historical architecture.

Originally settled in 1765 by William Gilliland, the early 19th century saw Essex, New York grow into a bustling maritime port. Handsome residential and commercial buildings married popular architectural styles with local construction materials. Once the railroad arrived and time passed by the town ceased expansion and many of the old buildings were re-purposed and saved instead of replaced with new construction, which contributed to the preservation of much historic architecture. In the early 20th century Essex became popular as a tourist destination for seasonal visitors drawn by the leisurely pace and abundant natural resources.

Listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places in 1975, the Essex Village Historic District immerses residents and visitors alike in the rich heritage and soothing rhythms of pre-Civil War days.

Many of the most architecturally significant buildings within the hamlet of Essex are included on the maps below.

Discover Essex Map: Destinations & Attractions

Discover Essex on Lake Champlain is a collaborative Google map for the historic village of Essex, New York. It provides an interactive bird’s-eye view of our charming village located along the Adirondack Coast of Lake Champlain. This Essex map is intended to help you discover Historic Essex, a unique architectural, artistic, agricultural and cultural gem in the Adirondacks.

Directions: Click the buttons at the top right to toggle between street map, satellite view, and street map with terrain (helpful for planning walking tours and bicycle itineraries). You can zoom in/out and change orientation with the arrow buttons at the top left. If you would like directions to a specific destination, select the appropriate marker and click “Directions”. You can provide your current location and receive detailed directions to help you arrive at your destination.

View “Discover Essex on Lake Champlain” Essex, NY map in a larger format.

This Essex map is created and curated by Essex on Lake Champlain, and additions are ongoing. If you would like to add a destination or update the map, please contact us. Thanks!

Essex Architecture Map: Walking Tour

The Essex architecture map below is perfect for a walking tour of well-preserved buildings in our historic district.

Download a printable PDF of the Essex Architecture Map.

The map includes many historically and architecturally significant properties in Essex, New York, and updates/additions are made regularly. This complementary Essex, NY map is created, maintained and distributed by Essex on Lake Champlain to help you enjoy your stay in our charming, heritage-rich community.

If you would like to add a destination or an update to the map, please contact us. Thank you.