1950s Maps of Downtown Historic District, Altavista

Explore 2 historic maps of Downtown Historic District 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.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Downtown Historic District's landscape evolved across the 1950s, 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 1950s, 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 Downtown Historic District's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.


Downtown Historic District, Altavista maps

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  1. 1951 Map of Altavista, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Altavista, 1953 Print
    1951 Altavista
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Roanoke River valley in the early fifties shows a region defined by its rail-and-river economy and tight-knit rural communities. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through landmarks like Bethlehem Ch, Lynch Sta, and Greasy Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1959 Map of Roanoke
    1959 Map of Roanoke
    1959 Roanoke
    1959 Print · USGS
    Central Virginia and the Blue Ridge appear in great detail during the late fifties, showcasing the transition from mountain industry to Piedmont farmland. Trace the path of the Norfolk and Western railroad or find old river towns like Appomattox and Amelia Court House.

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