1961 Map of Athens

About this map

The Hocking River winds through the heart of this landscape, anchoring the academic and institutional life of Athens during the mid-20th century. At the center, the sprawling campus of Ohio University and the extensive grounds of the State Hospital define the city's character. Significant industrial and transportation infrastructure is evident, with the Baltimore and Ohio and Conrail lines tracking along the river valley, while a strip mine in the south and various gravel pits speak to the region's extractive activity.