1935 Map of Barrington

About this map

Barrington and Palatine anchor this landscape of burgeoning suburban towns and glacial lakes during a period of transition in northeastern Illinois. The map documents a dense network of country schools, such as McManaman School and Brick School, interspersed with localized resorts like Sperry Resort and Beems Resort along the Fox River. The prominence of the Cook County Forest Preserve and Camp Reinberg highlights the early preservation of open space amidst the surrounding agricultural and residential growth. This mid-century view shows the critical role of transportation, with the Chicago and Northwestern railroad and major arterial routes like Algonquin Road and Higgins Road shaping the layout of settlements. Local heritage is captured in named locations like the Bohemian Church and the scattered hamlets of Sutton, Gilmer, and Fairfield.