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1950s Maps of Jersey County, Illinois

Explore 9 historic maps of Jersey County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — 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 Jersey County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, 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 1950s, 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 Jersey County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Jersey County, IL maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Alton
    1950 Map of Alton
    1950 Alton
    1950 Print · USGS
    Alton was a bustling river and rail hub at the mid-century, defined by its educational institutions and heavy river infrastructure. Trace the old campus of Western Military Academy, the riverfront at Lock and Dam No 26, and cemeteries like Confederate Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1954 Map of Elsah, 1959 Print
    1954 Map of Elsah, 1959 Print
    1954 Elsah
    1959 Print · USGS
    The river bluffs of Jersey and Madison counties are captured here in the mid-fifties as river life and rail commerce intersected. Researchers can trace the grounds of Principia College, the streets of Portage Des Sioux, and defunct rural sites like Mertz Sch.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1954 Map of Brussels, 1959 Print
    1954 Map of Brussels, 1959 Print
    1954 Brussels
    1959 Print · USGS
    The peninsula of Calhoun County in the mid-1950s is defined by its position between the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers. Genealogists and historians can trace old river life through Brussels, rural schools like Fruitland Sch, and sites like Lone Tree Indian Mound.
    3 unique versions available
  10. 1954 Map of Alton, 1959 Print
    1954 Map of Alton, 1959 Print
    1954 Alton
    1959 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Alton and Godfrey thrive as centers of education and industry along the Mississippi. Researchers can trace the grounds of Monticello College, locate the Confederate Cem, and follow the Gulf Mobile and Ohio rail lines.
    4 unique versions available
  13. 1954 Map of Grafton, 1959 Print
    1954 Map of Grafton, 1959 Print
    1954 Grafton
    1959 Print · USGS
    The confluence of the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers is captured here in the mid-1950s, showing a landscape defined by dramatic bluffs and low-lying chutes. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Scenic Hill Cem and old country schoolhouses such as Pleasant Union Sch and Lake View Sch.
    4 unique versions available
  16. 1954 Map of Brussels, 1960 Print
    1954 Map of Brussels, 1960 Print
    1954 Brussels
    1960 Print · USGS
    The confluence of the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers comes alive in the mid-1950s, showing a landscape shaped by river transport and rail. Trace the routes of the Wabash Railroad or find family history at All Saints Village and Dardenne Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1954 Map of St. Charles, 1960 Print
    1954 Map of St. Charles, 1960 Print
    1954 St. Charles
    1960 Print · USGS
    The river confluence near St. Louis during the mid-fifties reveals a landscape balancing traditional river life with rapid suburban and aviation growth. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through sites like St Stanislaus Seminary Cem, Portage Des Sioux, and the campus of Principia College.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1955 Map of Alton, 1960 Print
    1955 Map of Alton, 1960 Print
    1955 Alton
    1960 Print · USGS
    The industrial riverfronts and expanding rail corridors of the Metro East are captured here in the mid-fifties. Researchers can trace the development of Alton State Hospital, the grounds of Monticello College, and historic sites like Fort Bellefontaine.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1956 Map of Quincy, 1967 Print
    1956 Map of Quincy, 1967 Print
    1956 Quincy
    1967 Print · USGS
    The river and rail corridors of the Illinois-Missouri border are documented here during the mid-1950s. Researchers can trace historic river landings and regional transit hubs from Quincy and Hannibal to smaller settlements like Meredosia and Roodhouse.
    3 unique versions available
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