1968 Map of Bemidji East

About this map

The Mississippi River winds through this 1968 landscape, connecting Lake Bemidji and Lake Irving at the heart of Beltrami County. This era shows Bemidji as a growing regional hub, with the Bemidji State College campus established on the western shore and the community of Nymore positioned near the industrial rail junctions. The map documents a complex transportation network where the Northern Pacific and Great Soo railroads converge, supporting a local economy of gravel extraction and timber. Further south, the settlement of Rosby sits along the Necktie River, while landmarks like the Midway Seaplane Base and a Drive-in Theater capture the mid-century recreational character of the Northwoods. Local heritage is preserved through dozens of labels for community pillars, including Trinity Ch, Aardahl Ch, and the Nymore Cem.