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1960s Maps of Clay County, Missouri

Explore 9 historic maps of Clay 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 Clay 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 Clay County's history through authentic maps from the 1960s. This is your window into the past.

Clay County, MO maps

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  1. 1960 Map of Kansas City
    1960 Map of Kansas City
    1960 Kansas City
    1960 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Kansas and Missouri meet at the river forks, showing a sprawling rail-and-river economy during the 1950s growth era. Genealogists and researchers can trace tribal lands like the Kickapoo Indian Reservation or follow the early interstate corridors through Saint Joseph and Independence.
    3 unique versions available
  4. 1961 Map of Smithville, 1962 Print
    1961 Map of Smithville, 1962 Print
    1961 Smithville
    1962 Print · USGS
    North of Kansas City in the early sixties, this area shows a landscape of river-bottom settlements and emerging wildlife management. Trace local genealogy and infrastructure through Reed Cem, the Old Railroad Grade, and the small communities of Mecca and Paradise.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1961 Map of Nashua, 1962 Print
    1961 Map of Nashua, 1962 Print
    1961 Nashua
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Clay and Platte County line area in the early sixties shows a landscape of rural townships meeting growing city limits. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Nashua and Gashland, locating landmarks like Mt Olivet Ch and the Drive-in Theater.
    4 unique versions available
  10. 1964 Map of North Kansas City
    1964 Map of North Kansas City
    1964 North Kansas City
    1964 Print · USGS
    In the mid-1960s, the northern outskirts of Kansas City were transforming into a suburban corridor along the Missouri River. Genealogists and researchers can trace the growth of Gladstone and Riverside alongside legacy sites like the Old Pike Country Club and White Chapel Memorial Gardens.
    5 unique versions available
  13. 1964 Map of Independence, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Independence, 1965 Print
    1964 Independence
    1965 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Jackson County is captured here as the suburbs of Independence and Raytown expanded along the rail lines. Genealogists and historians can locate dozens of local schools and landmarks like Mt Washington Cemetery and the Drumm Institute.
    4 unique versions available
  16. 1964 Map of Kansas City, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Kansas City, 1965 Print
    1964 Kansas City
    1965 Print · USGS
    Kansas City in the mid-1960s reveals a bustling metropolitan hub where the Missouri and Kansas rivers meet. Researchers can trace the city's growth through its many neighborhood institutions and transit landmarks, including Union Station, Elmwood Cemetery, and the iconic Liberty Memorial.
    3 unique versions available
  19. 1965 Map of Buckner, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Buckner, 1966 Print
    1965 Buckner
    1966 Print · USGS
    Jackson County and the Missouri River valley are captured in the mid-sixties, showcasing a landscape of river-bottom farms and growing rail hubs. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through sites like Buckner Hill Cem, Clevenger Sch, and the historic grounds of Fort Osage.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1965 Map of Missouri City, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Missouri City, 1966 Print
    1965 Missouri City
    1966 Print · USGS
    The Missouri River corridor near Missouri City appears here in the mid-1960s, a landscape defined by heavy rail lines and river commerce. Trace the historic Santa Fe Trail and find local landmarks like Fort Osage, Atherton, and the McCune Home for Boys.
    4 unique versions available
  25. 1965 Map of Liberty, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Liberty, 1966 Print
    1965 Liberty
    1966 Print · USGS
    Liberty and the northern reaches of Kansas City are shown here during a period of significant industrial and institutional growth in the mid-1960s. Researchers can trace historic family plots at Fairview Cemetery and locate vanished local landmarks like the Odd Fellows Home or the Del Bufalo Seminary.
    3 unique versions available
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