1954 Map of Bellingham North

About this map

The city of Bellingham and its northern outskirts are captured here during a mid-century period of growth, defined by the transition from urban neighborhoods to the agricultural lands of Whatcom County. The city's grid extends toward Bellingham Bay and Lake Whatcom, where the industrial presence of Larson Mill and numerous pilings along the shore speak to the area's timber and maritime heritage. To the north, the landscape is shaped by the drainage of Tenmile Creek and Squalicum Creek, with small rural centers like Laurel and Victor serving as focal points for the surrounding farm community.