1963 Map of Baton Rouge East

About this map

The Comite River and several bayous define the eastern landscape of this Baton Rouge survey, which illustrates the rapid suburban growth following the mid-century. Significant residential expansions such as Broadmoor, Goodwood, and Castlewood are shown alongside the emerging commercial infrastructure of the Bon Marche Shopping Center. The map preserves the locations of numerous family-named landmarks and historical sites, including the Kleinpeter Cem and Harelson Cem, which remain tucked between expanding subdivisions. Industrial and transit hubs are clearly visible, from the Baton Rouge Depot to the Kansas City Southern and Illinois Central rail lines. Educational and spiritual centers like Woodlawn Sch and Rose Hill Ch provide essential anchor points for researchers tracing the mid-century development of East Baton Rouge Parish.