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1950s Maps of Indianapolis, Indiana

Explore 21 historic maps of Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis'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.
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Start exploring Indianapolis's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Indianapolis, IN maps

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  1. 1952 Map of Cumberland, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Cumberland, 1953 Print
    1952 Cumberland
    1953 Print · USGS
    The rural borderlands of Marion and Hancock Counties are captured here in the early fifties, showing the footprint of Fort Benjamin Harrison alongside small farming hamlets. Researchers can locate numerous family burial sites like Snider Cem and Arnett Cem, or trace the path of the New York Central Railroad.
  4. 1952 Map of Fishers, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Fishers, 1953 Print
    1952 Fishers
    1953 Print · USGS
    Central Indiana in the early fifties shows a patchwork of fertile farmland and growing river towns along the White River. Genealogists and local historians can locate several family cemeteries like Eller Cem and early landmarks including White Chapel and the Township Sch.
  7. 1952 Map of Carmel, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Carmel, 1953 Print
    1952 Carmel
    1953 Print · USGS
    North of Indianapolis in the early 1950s, the landscape was a mix of quiet rural townships and new suburban communities. Genealogists can trace early homesteads near Eagle Village or locate historic markers like Poplar Ridge Cem and Clay Center Sch.
  10. 1952 Map of Mc Cordsville, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Mc Cordsville, 1953 Print
    1952 Mc Cordsville
    1953 Print · USGS
    Central Indiana in the early fifties shows the expansion of Geist Reservoir and the established rail lines. Genealogists can trace family landmarks and rural homesteads through McCordsville, Highland Cem, and Bethlehem Ch.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1953 Map of Acton, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Acton, 1954 Print
    1953 Acton
    1954 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Indiana farmland meets the rail lines of the early fifties in this detailed look at the rural landscape. Genealogists can locate family-named sites like Schildmeier Cem, Zion Sch, and the old rail stop at Acton.
  16. 1953 Map of Bridgeport, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Bridgeport, 1954 Print
    1953 Bridgeport
    1954 Print · USGS
    Western Marion County in the early fifties is captured here at the cusp of suburban expansion along the historic National Road. Genealogists and researchers can trace family landmarks and early schools like St Joseph High Sch, Center Cem, and the community of West Newton.
  19. 1953 Map of Zionsville, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Zionsville, 1955 Print
    1953 Zionsville
    1955 Print · USGS
    Zionsville and its surrounding townships are caught in a moment of mid-century growth along the New York Central rail line. Genealogists and local historians can locate early landmarks like McCord Cem, Macedonia Ch, and the Wilson Scout Camp along the banks of Eagle Creek.
  22. 1953 Map of Clermont, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of Clermont, 1956 Print
    1953 Clermont
    1956 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Marion County comes into focus as the suburban reach of Speedway meets the rail town of Clermont. Genealogists and local researchers can trace old family sites and institutions like Shiloh Church, Wood Haven Cemetery, and the Indiana Girls School.
  25. 1953 Map of Cincinnati, 1965 Print
    1953 Map of Cincinnati, 1965 Print
    1953 Cincinnati
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Ohio River valley and the industrial heartland of Indiana and Ohio are captured here during the mid-century peak of rail and river commerce. Genealogists and historians can trace connections between Cincinnati and outlying military sites like Camp Atterbury and Bakalar AFB.
    3 unique versions available
  28. 1953 Map of Indianapolis, 1965 Print
    1953 Map of Indianapolis, 1965 Print
    1953 Indianapolis
    1965 Print · USGS
    Central Indiana and the Illinois borderlands are captured in the mid-sixties, showing the growth of Indianapolis and its industrial rail corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of outlying towns like Zionsville or Beech Grove and find landmarks such as Atterbury AAF and Turkey Run State Park.
    4 unique versions available
  31. 1956 Map of Indianapolis
    1956 Map of Indianapolis
    1956 Indianapolis
    1956 Print · USGS
    Central Indiana in the mid-fifties is captured during a period of industrial growth and military presence. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail networks of the New York Central or locate regional landmarks like Fort Benjamin Harrison and Camp Atterbury.
  34. 1957 Map of Indianapolis
    1957 Map of Indianapolis
    1957 Indianapolis
    1957 Print · USGS
    Central Indiana in the mid-fifties is captured here as a crossroads of major rail lines and nascent federal highways. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named ridges like Poplar Ridge or locate strategic sites like Camp Atterbury and Speedway.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1957 Map of Cincinnati
    1957 Map of Cincinnati
    1957 Cincinnati
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Ohio River valley and its surrounding highlands thrived during the mid-fifties industrial peak, centered on the bustling Cincinnati and Dayton metropolitan hubs. Researchers can trace the extensive rail networks and military sites like Wright-Patterson AFB and Camp Atterbury.
  40. 1959 Map of Bridgeport, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Bridgeport, 1960 Print
    1959 Bridgeport
    1960 Print · USGS
    Southwestern Marion County underwent significant suburban growth in the late fifties as Indianapolis expanded toward its southwestern townships. Researchers can trace the development of Valley Mills and West Newton or locate landmarks like Jameson Camp and the Old Ben Davis High Sch.
  43. 1959 Map of Carmel, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Carmel, 1960 Print
    1959 Carmel
    1960 Print · USGS
    The northern fringes of Indianapolis were rapidly transforming in the late fifties as subdivisions began to edge into the surrounding farmland. You can trace early neighborhood developments like Home Place and Meridian Hills alongside the Monon Railroad and the White River.
  46. 1959 Map of Fishers, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Fishers, 1960 Print
    1959 Fishers
    1960 Print · USGS
    Suburban Indianapolis and rural Hamilton County meet here in the late fifties as residential growth begins to reshape the landscape. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Fishers and New Britton or locate old burial grounds like Heady Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  49. 1959 Map of Beech Grove, 1961 Print
    1959 Map of Beech Grove, 1961 Print
    1959 Beech Grove
    1961 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Indianapolis and the rail-centric hub of Beech Grove are caught in a period of mid-century suburban expansion. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of neighborhoods like Twin Brooks and identify historic landmarks like Maple Hill Ch & Cem and Wheatcraft Airport.
  52. 1959 Map of Clermont, 1961 Print
    1959 Map of Clermont, 1961 Print
    1959 Clermont
    1961 Print · USGS
    Marion County suburbs expand toward the countryside in the late fifties as residential tracks meet rural townships. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Clermont, find the Bullard Cem, or locate the historic Indiana Girls Sch.
  55. 1959 Map of Indianapolis West, 1961 Print
    1959 Map of Indianapolis West, 1961 Print
    1959 Indianapolis West
    1961 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Indianapolis is captured here as suburban growth begins to surround the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Researchers can trace established neighborhoods like Broad Ripple, locate family plots in Crown Hill Cemetery, or find long-standing institutions such as Butler University.
  58. 1959 Map of Indianapolis East, 1961 Print
    1959 Map of Indianapolis East, 1961 Print
    1959 Indianapolis East
    1961 Print · USGS
    The eastern suburbs of Indianapolis were rapidly expanding in the late fifties as residential neighborhoods grew around established military and industrial hubs. Researchers can trace local heritage through numerous parochial sites like Holy Spirit Sch & Ch and major landmarks including the Fort Benjamin Harrison Military Reservation.
  61. 1959 Map of Maywood, 1961 Print
    1959 Map of Maywood, 1961 Print
    1959 Maywood
    1961 Print · USGS
    The southern suburbs of Indianapolis and northern Johnson County are captured here during a period of rapid post-war growth. Researchers can trace family history through numerous landmarks like Indiana Central College, Union Stockyards, and Southport High Sch.
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