1960 Map of Barrington

About this map

The Fox River carves a path through this landscape, anchoring a series of mid-century communities including Oakwood Hills, Fox River Valley Gardens, and Fox River Grove. The area’s development is clearly defined by the Chicago and North Western railroad corridor, which links the growing village of Barrington to the surrounding townships. In the southern half, the Spring Creek Valley Forest Preserve offers a large expanse of undeveloped land, contrasting with the many private lakes and golf courses that characterize the suburban expansion into Lake Barrington and Barrington Hills. Researchers can find numerous institutional landmarks, from Bellarmine Hall to several historic burial grounds like White Cem and Evergreen Cem. The map's purple revisions indicate significant post-1960 suburban growth, particularly around Carpentersville and the various country clubs.