1960s Maps of Hancock County, Illinois

Explore 13 historic maps of Hancock County 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 Hancock County'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.
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Start exploring Hancock County's history through authentic maps from the 1960s. This is your window into the past.


Hancock County, IL maps

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  1. 1961 Map of Burlington
    1961 Map of Burlington
    1961 Burlington
    1961 Print · USGS
    The tri-state borderlands along the Mississippi River are captured here during the late fifties and early sixties, showing the vital river-and-rail economy of Iowa, Illinois, and Missouri. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of major hubs like Galesburg and Macomb alongside landmark sites such as the Iowa Ordnance Plant and the historic river town of Nauvoo.

  2. 1963 Map of Burlington
    1963 Map of Burlington
    1963 Burlington
    1963 Print · USGS
    The tri-state river country of the Mississippi and Illinois valleys comes alive in this mid-century survey. Genealogists and historians can trace the industrial and academic growth of the region, from the Iowa Ordnance Plant to campuses like Knox College and Western Illinois University.

  3. 1964 Map of Nauvoo, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Nauvoo, 1965 Print
    1964 Nauvoo
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Mississippi River valley comes alive in the mid-sixties, showing the rail-linked communities of Nauvoo, Illinois, and Montrose, Iowa. Researchers can trace the Indian Treaty Boundary and locate local landmarks like Dundey Cemetery and Inspiration Point.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1964 Map of Hamilton, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Hamilton, 1965 Print
    1964 Hamilton
    1965 Print · USGS
    Hancock County sits at a mid-century crossroads where the river and rail economies meet. Researchers can trace the industrial footprint of the Keokuk Dam or find family landmarks like Oakwood Cem and the Golden Point Ch.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1964 Map of Lomax, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Lomax, 1965 Print
    1964 Lomax
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Mississippi River floodplain and rail junctions of Henderson County are captured here in the mid-1960s. Genealogists can trace family sites at Gittings Cem and Freeland Cem or follow the heavy rail traffic through Lomax and Iowa Junction.

  6. 1964 Map of Colusa, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Colusa, 1965 Print
    1964 Colusa
    1965 Print · USGS
    Hancock County agriculture and rail life are captured here in the mid-1960s, showing the corridor of the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad. Genealogists can trace local roots through burial grounds like Harris Cem and the small settlements of Colusa and Adrian.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1964 Map of Burnside, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Burnside, 1965 Print
    1964 Burnside
    1965 Print · USGS
    Hancock County agricultural life in the mid-sixties is centered around the rail corridor of the Toledo Peoria and Western. Researchers can trace old township boundaries and family roots at Durham Cem or the small settlement of Disco.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1964 Map of Dallas City, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Dallas City, 1965 Print
    1964 Dallas City
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Mississippi River floodplain in the 1960s reveals a landscape of industrial rail lines and intricate backwaters. Trace the historic tracks of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe or locate rural landmarks like Oak Grove Ch and Eureka Sch.
    4 unique versions available

  9. 1964 Map of Niota, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Niota, 1965 Print
    1964 Niota
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Mississippi River corridor in the mid-1960s shows a landscape defined by major rail lines and historical riverfront towns. Genealogists can locate family names at Pioneer Saints Cem, Appanoose Cem, or the rural crossroads of Powellton.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 1964 Map of Sutter, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Sutter, 1965 Print
    1964 Sutter
    1965 Print · USGS
    Hancock County in the mid-1960s shows a landscape of steady agricultural life and deep-rooted community ties. Researchers can trace rural lineages through numerous local sites like Wythe Cem, Bethlehem Ch, and the settlement at Sutter.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1964 Map of Fort Madison, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Fort Madison, 1965 Print
    1964 Fort Madison
    1965 Print · USGS
    Fort Madison and the Mississippi River waterfront are captured in the mid-1960s before modern expansion. Genealogists can trace family locations through numerous landmarks, including Claypoole Cem, the State Penitentiary, and several local parochial schools.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 1964 Map of Keokuk, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Keokuk, 1965 Print
    1964 Keokuk
    1965 Print · USGS
    Keokuk and its river-junction landscape are captured in the mid-sixties, showing a city built on rail and water commerce. Genealogists can trace family names through several historic sites, including the National Cemetery, Summitville, and The Yellow Banks Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  13. 1964 Map of Warsaw, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Warsaw, 1966 Print
    1964 Warsaw
    1966 Print · USGS
    Warsaw and Alexandria occupy opposite sides of the Mississippi River in the mid-sixties, linked by a landscape of shifting sloughs and rail lines. You can trace the path of the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad through Gregory Landing or locate the Rockford Sch and Green Plain Cem.
    3 unique versions available

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