1960s Maps of Franklin County, Massachusetts

1. 1960 Map of North Adams, 1961 Print

   

   1960 North Adams

   1961 Print · USGS

   The Northern Berkshires in the early 1960s reveal a landscape where industrial river towns like NORTH ADAMS and Adams meet high mountain forests. Genealogists and historians can trace local roots through Southview Cem, visit the Natural Bridge, or follow the BOSTON AND MAINE RAILROAD through Zylonite.

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4. 1960 Map of Rowe, 1961 Print

   

   1960 Rowe

   1961 Print · USGS

   The Berkshires at the start of the 1960s show a landscape shaped by the Deerfield River and the industrial infrastructure of the Boston and Maine RR. Genealogists and historians can trace family plots at Sherman Cem or locate the famed Hoosac Tunnel and the mills at Monroe Bridge.

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7. 1961 Map of Heath, 1962 Print

   

   1961 Heath

   1962 Print · USGS

   The Berkshire foothills of the early 1960s are revealed here, showing the rural landscape of Heath and Colrain along the Vermont border. Genealogists and researchers can locate several remote burial grounds like Center Cem and Panel Hill Cem, or trace the historical Mohawk Trail along the Deerfield River.

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10. 1961 Map of Millers Falls, 1963 Print

    

    1961 Millers Falls

    1963 Print · USGS

    Franklin County's river-driven industrial hubs and forested uplands are documented here in the early sixties. Researchers can trace the rail junction at Millers Falls, find remote burial sites like Dry Hill Cem, and explore the shoreline of Lake Wyola.

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13. 1961 Map of Orange, 1963 Print

    

    1961 Orange

    1963 Print · USGS

    Orange and the Millers River valley are captured here in the early sixties as industrial rail hubs transitioned into a landscape of sprawling state forests. Trace historic village sites like Morse Village and Wendell Depot, or locate family landmarks near Lake Mattawa.

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16. 1961 Map of Mt Grace, 1963 Print

    

    1961 Mt Grace

    1963 Print · USGS

    Upper Franklin County and the New Hampshire borderlands are captured here in the early 1960s as a region of forestry and small rural hamlets. Genealogists can locate family sites at South Cem or Newton Cem, while hikers can trace the terrain around Mt Grace and Tully Mtn.

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19. 1961 Map of Bernardston, 1963 Print

    

    1961 Bernardston

    1963 Print · USGS

    The Massachusetts and Vermont borderlands come into focus in the early sixties as the modern interstate era begins to reshape the river valleys. Researchers can locate family burial sites at Beaver Meadow Cem or trace the old Boston and Maine Railroad through Bernardston and Hales Crossing.

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22. 1961 Map of Colrain, 1963 Print

    

    1961 Colrain

    1963 Print · USGS

    Northwestern Massachusetts in the early sixties remains a landscape of river-valley industry and colonial frontier sites. Researchers can trace the heritage of Colrain and Leyden through numerous family-named landmarks like Franklin Hill and historic locations such as Fort Morrison (Site).

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25. 1961 Map of Shelburne Falls, 1963 Print

    

    1961 Shelburne Falls

    1963 Print · USGS

    The Deerfield River valley in the early 1960s reveals a landscape of steep ridges and tight-knit villages connected by the Boston and Maine railroad. Genealogists can trace family names through numerous burial grounds like Hawks Cem or locate former schoolhouses such as Roberts Sch near East Hill.

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28. 1961 Map of Northfield, 1963 Print

    

    1961 Northfield

    1963 Print · USGS

    The Connecticut River valley at the tri-state border was a hub of academic and rail life in the early sixties. Genealogists can trace family plots at West Northfield Cem and Coller Cem or locate the sprawling grounds of the Northfield School for Boys.

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31. 1962 Map of Albany

    

    1962 Albany

    1962 Print · USGS

    The Hudson and Connecticut River valleys meet the Green Mountains and Berkshires in this mid-century overview of the Northeast. Genealogists and historians can trace the industrial hearts of Albany and Springfield or locate features like Quabbin Reservoir and Westover Air Force Base.

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34. 1964 Map of Williamsburg, 1966 Print

    

    1964 Williamsburg

    1966 Print · USGS

    The Pioneer Valley foothills and Hill Towns come to life in the mid-1960s, showing the intersection of rail, river, and mountain. Genealogists can trace family roots through the Whately Center Cem or locate the old Williamsburg Station along the Boston and Maine Railroad.

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37. 1964 Map of Shutesbury, 1966 Print

    

    1964 Shutesbury

    1966 Print · USGS

    The wooded uplands and reservoir shores of central Massachusetts are captured here in the mid-sixties. Genealogists and hikers can trace the foundations of the region through landmarks like Plainview Cem, Locks Village, and the site of the old Coke Ovens.

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40. 1967 Map of Quabbin Reservoir, 1969 Print

    

    1967 Quabbin Reservoir

    1969 Print · USGS

    The Quabbin Reservoir region is shown here in the late sixties, following the mid-century transformation of the Swift River Valley into a massive watershed. Genealogists and hikers can trace the remains of North Prescott, find the Mtn View Cem, and explore islands like Mount Zion.

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43. 1967 Map of Winsor Dam, 1969 Print

    

    1967 Winsor Dam

    1969 Print · USGS

    The southern reaches of the Quabbin Reservoir are documented here in the late sixties, highlighting the massive water infrastructure of the Swift River Valley. Trace the locations of Winsor Dam, West Ware, and the Quabbin Park Cemetery.

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46. 1968 Map of Greenfield, 1979 Print

    

    1968 Greenfield

    1979 Print · USGS

    The industrial and academic heart of the Connecticut River Valley is captured here in the late sixties. Genealogists and historians can trace the campuses of Deerfield Academy and Eagle Brook School, along with the rail yards at East Deerfield and the historic Poets Seat.

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