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1960s Maps of Washington, District of Columbia

Explore 5 historic maps of Washington from the 1960s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1960s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Washington's landscape evolved across the 1960s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1960s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
  • View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Washington's history through authentic maps from the 1960s. This is your window into the past.

Washington, DC maps

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  1. 1961 Map of Washington
    1961 Map of Washington
    1961 Washington
    1961 Print · USGS
    The mid-Atlantic region in the late fifties is presented in remarkable detail, from the Blue Ridge foothills to the Chesapeake Eastern Shore. Researchers can trace historic river landings and military sites like Mount Vernon, Fort Belvoir, and Point Lookout.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1965 Map of Alexandria, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Alexandria, 1966 Print
    1965 Alexandria
    1966 Print · USGS
    Northern Virginia and the District of Columbia are shown in detail during the mid-sixties suburban boom. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near the Alexandria National Cemetery, the Arlington National Cemetery, and Mount Comfort Cemetery.
    6 unique versions available
  7. 1965 Map of Anacostia, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Anacostia, 1966 Print
    1965 Anacostia
    1966 Print · USGS
    Southeast Washington and Prince George's County are seen here in the mid-sixties as post-war suburban growth meets major federal installations. Trace the development of Hillcrest Heights and Forest Heights alongside institutions like Andrews Air Force Base and the Rosecroft Raceway.
    6 unique versions available
  10. 1965 Map of Washington East, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Washington East, 1966 Print
    1965 Washington East
    1966 Print · USGS
    The Maryland-District of Columbia borderlands in the mid-sixties show a region of rapid suburban growth and established academic institutions. Researchers can trace the development of Hyattsville and College Park near the University of Maryland or locate family plots in Fort Lincoln Cemetery and Mt Olivet Cemetery.
    5 unique versions available
  13. 1965 Map of Washington West, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Washington West, 1966 Print
    1965 Washington West
    1966 Print · USGS
    Greater Washington and its immediate suburbs are captured in the mid-sixties, from the bustling streets of Georgetown to the expanding campus of Bethesda. Genealogists and historians can trace the grounds of Arlington National Cemetery, Oak Hill Cem, and the historic neighborhoods of Rosslyn and Chevy Chase.
    4 unique versions available
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