1950s Maps of Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana

Explore 23 historic maps of Natchitoches Parish 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.

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Natchitoches Parish, LA maps

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  1. 1953 Map of Alexandria, 1963 Print
    1953 Map of Alexandria, 1963 Print
    1953 Alexandria
    1963 Print · USGS
    Central Louisiana during the early fifties is mapped here at the intersection of the piney woods and the Red River valley. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-and-river network connecting towns like Alexandria, Natchitoches, and the grounds of Camp Beauregard.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1954 Map of Bayou L'ivrogne, 1958 Print
    1954 Map of Bayou L'ivrogne, 1958 Print
    1954 Bayou L'ivrogne
    1958 Print · USGS
    Natchitoches Parish in the mid-1950s is shown here as a landscape of forest management and creek-side settlement. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Beasley Cemetery and trace the paths of several dismantled railroad lines near Mink.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1954 Map of Kisatchie, 1958 Print
    1954 Map of Kisatchie, 1958 Print
    1954 Kisatchie
    1958 Print · USGS
    Natchitoches and Vernon Parishes come alive in this mid-century survey of timberlands and military training grounds. Genealogists can trace family names at the Billy Dowden Cem and West Cem, or locate lost homes near Kurthwood and the dismantled railroad.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 1954 Map of Kisatchie, 1958 Print
    1954 Map of Kisatchie, 1958 Print
    1954 Kisatchie
    1958 Print · USGS
    The pine woods of Natchitoches Parish met military expansion in the mid-1950s as the national forest bordered the rising artillery ranges. Genealogists can locate several family burial sites including the Booty Cemetery and Billy Dowden Cemetery along Kisatchie Bayou.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1954 Map of Kurthwood, 1958 Print
    1954 Map of Kurthwood, 1958 Print
    1954 Kurthwood
    1958 Print · USGS
    Louisiana's western timberlands meet military training grounds in this mid-fifties survey of the Vernon and Natchitoches Parish line. Genealogists and historians can trace several dismantled railroads and quiet local sites like Sunny Hill Church and the settlement of Fisherville.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1954 Map of Hutton, 1958 Print
    1954 Map of Hutton, 1958 Print
    1954 Hutton
    1958 Print · USGS
    Louisiana's central piney woods come into focus during the mid-fifties, showing the rural communities of Natchitoches and Vernon parishes. You can trace the path of a dismantled railroad and locate family sites like Robinson Cemetery or Ballview Cemetery.
    3 unique versions available

  7. 1954 Map of Temple, 1959 Print
    1954 Map of Temple, 1959 Print
    1954 Temple
    1959 Print · USGS
    Central Louisiana parish borders meet in the mid-1950s within the wooded reaches of the Kisatchie National Forest. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Comrade Cemetery, Burnstown, and the winding path of a dismantled railroad.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1954 Map of Lena, 1959 Print
    1954 Map of Lena, 1959 Print
    1954 Lena
    1959 Print · USGS
    Central Louisiana in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape of parish border settlements and river-valley transport along the Cane River. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Bay Spring Cemetery and Wise Memorial Chapel or trace the Texas and Pacific rail line through Galbraith Station.
    3 unique versions available

  9. 1954 Map of Gorum, 1959 Print
    1954 Map of Gorum, 1959 Print
    1954 Gorum
    1959 Print · USGS
    Natchitoches and Rapides Parishes are shown in the mid-fifties as the timber industry reshaped the deep woods. Trace family history through Bolton Cemetery, explore the small community of Gorum, and locate the old route of the Dismantled railroad.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 1954 Map of Chopin, 1959 Print
    1954 Map of Chopin, 1959 Print
    1954 Chopin
    1959 Print · USGS
    Central Louisiana in the mid-fifties shows a landscape defined by timber and the Cane River valley. Genealogists and historians can trace numerous remote cemeteries and churches, such as Gorum Cem, Holy Family Church, and the logging community at Zimmerman Camp.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1955 Map of Shreveport
    1955 Map of Shreveport
    1955 Shreveport
    1955 Print · USGS
    Northern Louisiana in the mid-fifties is captured here as a landscape of military bases, vast oil fields, and burgeoning college towns. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-and-river economy through the Monroe Gas Field, Grambling College, and Barksdale Air Force Base.
    3 unique versions available

  12. 1955 Map of Alexandria
    1955 Map of Alexandria
    1955 Alexandria
    1955 Print · USGS
    Central Louisiana in the mid-fifties is a landscape of river-port cities, sprawling timberlands, and massive military reservations. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail networks of the Texas & Pacific RR and locate sites like Camp Polk Military Reservation and Natchitoches.

  13. 1955 Map of Calvin, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Calvin, 1956 Print
    1955 Calvin
    1956 Print · USGS
    Across the bayous and timberlands of Winn and Natchitoches Parishes in the mid-fifties, rural life was defined by the Kisatchie National Forest. Trace family roots through local landmarks like Bethlehem Ch, Emden Sch, and the Kansas City Southern rail line near St Maurice.
    3 unique versions available

  14. 1956 Map of Shreveport
    1956 Map of Shreveport
    1956 Shreveport
    1956 Print · USGS
    Northern Louisiana during the mid-fifties presents a complex landscape of booming oil fields and strategic military installations. Genealogists and historians can trace the infrastructure of the Monroe Gas Field and family-named locales from Cotton Valley to Jonesboro.

  15. 1956 Map of Colfax, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Colfax, 1957 Print
    1956 Colfax
    1957 Print · USGS
    Grant and Winn Parishes come into focus during the mid-1950s, showing a landscape defined by forest reserves and rail-line settlements. Genealogists and historians can trace local roots through landmarks like Hebron Ch & Cem, Summerfield Sch, and McNeeley.
    3 unique versions available

  16. 1956 Map of Boyce, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Boyce, 1957 Print
    1956 Boyce
    1957 Print · USGS
    Louisiana's Red River valley in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape transitioning from traditional rail-and-river commerce to a burgeoning military presence. Trace family roots through dozens of rural sites like Hotwells, the Second Evening Star Ch, and Lacour Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  17. 1957 Map of Montgomery
    1957 Map of Montgomery
    1957 Montgomery
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Red River valley in the mid-1950s was a landscape of intricate bayous and established river towns. Genealogists can trace family footprints through sites like Cloutierville, Glaizes Cem, and the many rural schools such as St Matthews Sch.
    3 unique versions available

  18. 1957 Map of Goldonna
    1957 Map of Goldonna
    1957 Goldonna
    1957 Print · USGS
    The rural pine woods of Natchitoches and Bienville Parishes are captured here in the late fifties, just as local landmarks were beginning to change. Genealogists can locate family sites such as Morning Star Ch, Goldonna Cem, and the Pleasant Ridge Sch.
    3 unique versions available

  19. 1957 Map of Hanna, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Hanna, 1958 Print
    1957 Hanna
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Red River valley in the late fifties was a maze of shifting waterways and emerging oil interests. Researchers can trace rural lineages through the Rambin Store, Jordan Ferry, and dozens of country churches like Zion Rest Church.
    3 unique versions available

  20. 1957 Map of Many, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Many, 1958 Print
    1957 Many
    1958 Print · USGS
    Western Louisiana in the late fifties was a landscape of deep bayous and scattered parish outposts. Researchers can trace the legacy of Fort Jesup and locate rural landmarks like Vowells Mill, Marthaville, and numerous family churches.
    3 unique versions available

  21. 1957 Map of Campti, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Campti, 1958 Print
    1957 Campti
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Red River Valley in the late fifties was a maze of shifting river bends, bayous, and rail towns like Campti and Powhatan. Researchers can trace the era's local geography through landmarks like N W State College and numerous rural sites like Black Lake Sch.
    5 unique versions available

  22. 1957 Map of Provencal, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Provencal, 1958 Print
    1957 Provencal
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Natchitoches Parish countryside during the late fifties reveals a landscape defined by the Cane River Lake and the Kisatchie National Forest. Researchers can trace the Texas and Pacific rail line through rural hubs like Provencal and Flora (Weaver Sta).
    2 unique versions available

  23. 1957 Map of Ashland, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Ashland, 1958 Print
    1957 Ashland
    1958 Print · USGS
    North Louisiana's hill country comes alive in the late fifties, showing the rural communities of Ashland and Chestnut at a crossroads. Genealogists can trace family roots through sites like Old Saline Ch, the Luke Cem, and several early schools.
    3 unique versions available

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