1960s Maps of Third Ward, Grand Rapids
Explore 4 historic maps of Third Ward 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 Third Ward'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 Third Ward's history through authentic maps from the 1960s. This is your window into the past.
Third Ward, Grand Rapids maps
(4)- 1961 Map of Grand Rapids1961 Grand Rapids1961 Print · USGSSouthern Michigan at the dawn of the 1960s reveals a region shaped by major river systems and a robust rail network. Trace mid-century industrial growth and land use from Grand Rapids to the Fort Custer Military Reservation and Gun Lake.
- 1962 Map of Grand Rapids1962 Grand Rapids1962 Print · USGSMid-century Southern Michigan is mapped here at a time of massive growth, showing the expanding urban footprints of Grand Rapids and Lansing. Researchers can trace the legacy of the Grand Trunk Western RR, find historic boundaries of the Fort Custer Military Reservation, or locate sporting camps around Gun Lake.2 unique versions available
- 1967 Map of Grand Rapids West, 1969 Print1967 Grand Rapids West1969 Print · USGSThe Grand Rapids metropolitan area comes alive in the late sixties, showing the dense growth of Wyoming and Walker along the Grand River. Researchers can trace parish histories at St Andrews Cemetery or locate old industrial landmarks like the Kent Industrial Center.4 unique versions available
- 1967 Map of Grand Rapids East, 1969 Print1967 Grand Rapids East1969 Print · USGSEastern Kent County during the late sixties shows a landscape in transition as suburbs press toward the Thornapple River. Genealogists and historians can trace institutional roots at Calvin Knollerest College, Woodlawn Cemetery, and the Kent County Airport.4 unique versions available
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