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1960s Maps of Kane County, Illinois

Explore 18 historic maps of Kane 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 Kane 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 Kane County's history through authentic maps from the 1960s. This is your window into the past.

Kane County, IL maps

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  1. 1960 Map of Barrington, 1962 Print
    1960 Map of Barrington, 1962 Print
    1960 Barrington
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Fox River valley and the emerging suburban corridors of Cook and Lake Counties are captured here at the dawn of the 1960s. Researchers can locate family landmarks such as Evergreen Cem, St Ann Sch, and the rail lines of the Chicago and North Western.
    4 unique versions available
  4. 1961 Map of Aurora
    1961 Map of Aurora
    1961 Aurora
    1961 Print · USGS
    Northern Illinois at the height of the post-war era reveals a landscape of massive industrial works and thriving river towns. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Lincoln Highway or locate long-standing landmarks like the Green River Ordnance Plant and Starved Rock State Park.
  7. 1961 Map of Streamwood, 1962 Print
    1961 Map of Streamwood, 1962 Print
    1961 Streamwood
    1962 Print · USGS
    The developing suburbs of the Chicago fringe are seen here in the early sixties as townships like Hanover and Barrington evolve. Researchers can trace the legacy of local institutions like Mission Chapel, New Era Sch, and the Drive-in Theater.
    5 unique versions available
  10. 1961 Map of Barrington, 1965 Print
    1961 Map of Barrington, 1965 Print
    1961 Barrington
    1965 Print · USGS
    The northwest Chicago suburbs were in the midst of a massive post-war building boom in the early sixties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the early footprints of Hoffman Estates and Inverness, or locate landmarks like Arlington Park Racetrack and St Michael Cemetery.
  13. 1962 Map of Pingree Grove, 1964 Print
    1962 Map of Pingree Grove, 1964 Print
    1962 Pingree Grove
    1964 Print · USGS
    North-central Kane County is captured in the early sixties as modern tollways began to bisect the traditional farming landscape. Researchers can trace family homesteads near Plato Center, find old schools like Central High Sch, and locate the Doty Cem burial grounds.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1962 Map of Elgin, 1964 Print
    1962 Map of Elgin, 1964 Print
    1962 Elgin
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Fox River valley was undergoing rapid expansion in the early sixties as new highways met historic rail lines. Researchers can trace the footprints of institutional landmarks like Elgin State Hospital or locate family plots in Bluff City Cemetery.
    4 unique versions available
  19. 1962 Map of Huntley, 1964 Print
    1962 Map of Huntley, 1964 Print
    1962 Huntley
    1964 Print · USGS
    Huntley and its surrounding townships are captured in the early sixties as the rural landscape began to meet the path of the new tollway. Researchers can locate family sites near Grange Hall, St Marys Cem, and the small siding at Coyne.
  22. 1962 Map of Crystal Lake, 1964 Print
    1962 Map of Crystal Lake, 1964 Print
    1962 Crystal Lake
    1964 Print · USGS
    Crystal Lake and the Fox River valley are captured in the early sixties as suburban development began to fill the landscape between established towns. Researchers can trace mid-century growth through local landmarks like St Marys Seminary, the Crystal Lake Airport, and Union Cem.
    4 unique versions available
  25. 1962 Map of Elgin, 1965 Print
    1962 Map of Elgin, 1965 Print
    1962 Elgin
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Fox River valley and the expanding Chicago suburbs are captured here in the early sixties. Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy sites like Washington Church Cemetery, the Elgin Academy, and the State Hospital Cemetery.
  28. 1963 Map of Rockford
    1963 Map of Rockford
    1963 Rockford
    1963 Print · USGS
    The mid-century industrial corridor along the Rock River is shown here during a period of rapid post-war growth. Researchers can trace the extensive rail lines of the Chicago and North Western or locate local landmarks like the Rockford Ordnance Depot and Holy Hill.
  31. 1964 Map of Aurora North, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Aurora North, 1965 Print
    1964 Aurora North
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Fox River valley in the mid-sixties shows the transition from industrial river towns to expanding suburbs. Researchers can trace the development of civic life through sites like Mooseheart, the Aurora Downs track, and the historic Campana landmark.
    3 unique versions available
  34. 1964 Map of Geneva, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Geneva, 1965 Print
    1964 Geneva
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Fox River valley in the mid-1960s shows a landscape of growing river towns and sprawling forest preserves. Researchers can trace the footprints of institutional landmarks like St Dominic College or find family history at Union Cem and Oak Hill Cem.
    4 unique versions available
  37. 1964 Map of Elburn, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Elburn, 1965 Print
    1964 Elburn
    1965 Print · USGS
    Kane County in the mid-sixties shows a landscape of steady growth along the Chicago and North Western and Chicago Great Western railroads. Genealogists can trace family names through numerous burial sites like Lily Lake Cem or Baker Cem and explore institutions like Broadview Academy.
    3 unique versions available
  40. 1964 Map of Sugar Grove, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Sugar Grove, 1965 Print
    1964 Sugar Grove
    1965 Print · USGS
    Sugar Grove and its surrounding Kane County townships are shown in the mid-1960s as the area balanced its rural roots with new infrastructure. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Sugar Grove Cem, Camp Ka-De-Ka, and the early layout of the Aurora Municipal Airport.
    3 unique versions available
  43. 1968 Map of Big Rock, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Big Rock, 1970 Print
    1968 Big Rock
    1970 Print · USGS
    The Kane and DeKalb County borderlands are seen here in the late sixties, showcasing a landscape of section-line farms and quiet rural crossroads. Genealogists can trace family names at the West Big Rock Cem or follow the Chicago Burlington and Quincy rail line through Big Rock.
    2 unique versions available
  46. 1968 Map of Hampshire, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Hampshire, 1970 Print
    1968 Hampshire
    1970 Print · USGS
    Kane and De Kalb counties are captured here in the late sixties as the rural landscape centered on rail-town life. Researchers can trace ancestral farmsteads along Plank Road or locate family plots at Hampshire Center Cem and Burlington Union Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  49. 1968 Map of Marengo South, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Marengo South, 1970 Print
    1968 Marengo South
    1970 Print · USGS
    In the late sixties, the rural borderlands of McHenry, DeKalb, and Kane Counties were undergoing change as modern highways intersected old rail lines. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named roads and sites like Coral Cem, Union Ch, and the Tollgate near Harmony.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1968 Map of Maple Park, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Maple Park, 1970 Print
    1968 Maple Park
    1970 Print · USGS
    The DeKalb and Kane County borderlands appear in the late sixties as a thriving rail-and-farm landscape. Researchers can trace family history through numerous rural landmarks like South Burlington Cem, SS Peter and Paul Sch, and the small siding at Richardson.
    2 unique versions available
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