1960s Maps of Montgomery County, Illinois

Explore 4 historic maps of Montgomery 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 Montgomery 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.
  • 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 Montgomery County's history through authentic maps from the 1960s. This is your window into the past.


Montgomery County, IL maps

(4)
  1. 1961 Map of Decatur
    1961 Map of Decatur
    1961 Decatur
    1961 Print · USGS
    Central Illinois in the late fifties was a bustling corridor of rail lines and prairie commerce centered on the state capital. Genealogists and historians can trace the intricate connections between Springfield, Decatur, and dozens of smaller settlements like Nokomis and Arcola.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1962 Map of Belleville
    1962 Map of Belleville
    1962 Belleville
    1962 Print · USGS
    Southern Illinois in the late fifties reveals a landscape of industrial growth and ancient landmarks before the full expansion of the interstate system. Genealogists can trace family names and rural post offices near Centralia, Salem, and the historic Monks Mound.

  3. 1964 Map of Pawnee, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Pawnee, 1966 Print
    1964 Pawnee
    1966 Print · USGS
    Pawnee and the surrounding Illinois prairie are captured here in the mid-1960s, showing a landscape defined by the Chicago and Illinois Midland rail line. Researchers can trace the industrial footprint of the Claypit and Mine, or locate rural landmarks like Zenobia Ch and Horse Creek Cem.
    4 unique versions available

  4. 1965 Map of Divernon, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Divernon, 1966 Print
    1965 Divernon
    1966 Print · USGS
    Central Illinois prairie life and rail transport thrive in this mid-sixties survey of Sangamon County. Genealogists and historians can trace family ties at Wimmer Cem or locate the rural junctions of Cimic and Pawnee Junction along the rail lines.
    3 unique versions available

End of results
Showing maps 1-4 of 4

Top cities of Montgomery County

See more

Frequently asked questions

  • What are the different types of historical maps available for Montgomery County?
  • What is the oldest map of Montgomery County?
  • Where can I purchase historical maps of Montgomery County for my home or office?
  • Where can I download high-res historical maps of Montgomery County?
  • Are there historical topographic maps available for Montgomery County?
  • Is there historical aerial imagery available for Montgomery County?
  • Where are historical maps of Montgomery County sourced from?