1960s Maps of Lehigh County, Pennsylvania

1. 1960 Map of Newark

   

   1960 Newark

   1960 Print · USGS

   The industrial heart of the Mid-Atlantic is shown at mid-century, stretching from the dense urban centers of Newark and Philadelphia to the Blue Mountain ridges. Researchers can trace historic rail lines, coastal defenses at Fort Hancock, and the riverfront growth of Trenton and Easton.

   3 unique versions available

   DownloadBuy print
   DownloadBuy print

3. ---

4. 1960 Map of Palmerton, 1961 Print

   

   1960 Palmerton

   1961 Print · USGS

   Palmerton and the Lehigh Gap are captured at a mid-century industrial peak, framed by ridges and the busy river corridor. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named landmarks like Bassards Corner, the St Nicholas Ch, and the historic path of the Lehigh Canal.

   6 unique versions available

   DownloadBuy print
   DownloadBuy print

6. ---

7. 1960 Map of Lehighton, 1961 Print

   

   1960 Lehighton

   1961 Print · USGS

   Carbon County industrial and mountain landscapes are captured here during the early sixties, centered on the river-and-rail corridor. Genealogists and hikers can trace the Appalachian Trail along the ridge or locate family plots at Packerton Cem and Dinkey Memorial Cem.

   6 unique versions available

   DownloadBuy print
   DownloadBuy print

9. ---

10. 1964 Map of Newark

    

    1964 Newark

    1964 Print · USGS

    Greater New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania appear at the peak of their industrial and rail-centered development in the mid-sixties. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Pennsylvania RR, identify mid-century landmarks like CAMP KILMER, or follow the Schuylkill River through READING.

    2 unique versions available

    DownloadBuy print
    DownloadBuy print

12. ---

13. 1964 Map of Cementon, 1966 Print

    

    1964 Cementon

    1966 Print · USGS

    The Lehigh Valley's industrial heart is captured here in the mid-1960s, showing a landscape shaped by river commerce and heavy quarrying. Genealogists and historians can trace the Lehigh Valley Railroad through Cementon or locate Old Union Cem and the Mary Immaculate Missionary College.

    3 unique versions available

    DownloadBuy print
    DownloadBuy print

15. ---

16. 1964 Map of Catasauqua, 1966 Print

    

    1964 Catasauqua

    1966 Print · USGS

    The Lehigh Valley in the mid-sixties reveals a landscape of industrial river towns and emerging suburban developments near the regional airport. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through numerous sites like Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Schoenersville, and the State Hospital Farm.

    6 unique versions available

    DownloadBuy print
    DownloadBuy print

18. ---

19. 1964 Map of Allentown West, 1966 Print

    

    1964 Allentown West

    1966 Print · USGS

    Lehigh County experiences a post-war suburban boom in the mid-1960s as Allentown expands westward toward established boroughs. Trace the development of Macungie and Alburtis or locate local landmarks like Muhlenberg College, Trexlertown Airport, and Woodlawn Cemetery.

    7 unique versions available

    DownloadBuy print
    DownloadBuy print

21. ---

22. 1964 Map of Allentown East, 1967 Print

    

    1964 Allentown East

    1967 Print · USGS

    Lehigh County and its industrial hubs thrive in the 1960s as suburban expansion reaches the slopes of South Mountain. Researchers can trace the path of the Lehigh Canal, locate the Carmelite Monastery, or explore the rail yards at Emmaus Junction.

    5 unique versions available

    DownloadBuy print
    DownloadBuy print

24. ---

25. 1965 Map of Slatedale, 1966 Print

    

    1965 Slatedale

    1966 Print · USGS

    Lehigh County's northern townships are captured here in the mid-1960s, showing a landscape of slate quarries and ridge-top trails. Researchers can trace historic family landmarks and rural infrastructure from Lehigh Furnace and Peters Sch to the Old Railroad Grade.

    4 unique versions available

    DownloadBuy print
    DownloadBuy print

27. ---

28. 1965 Map of Topton, 1967 Print

    

    1965 Topton

    1967 Print · USGS

    The Pennsylvania countryside of the mid-sixties is captured here along the Berks and Lehigh county line. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous small settlements like Seipstown, Klines Corner, and the railroad hub at Shamrock Station.

    5 unique versions available

    DownloadBuy print
    DownloadBuy print

30. ---

31. 1965 Map of Hellertown, 1967 Print

    

    1965 Hellertown

    1967 Print · USGS

    The Saucon Valley was thriving in the mid-sixties, with industry concentrated along the river while quiet rural townships remained largely unchanged. Genealogists can trace family names and sites through Nisky Hill Cemetery, St Josephs Cem, and the small community of Leithsville.

    4 unique versions available

    DownloadBuy print
    DownloadBuy print

33. ---