1941 Map of Black Mountain

About this map

The town of Black Mountain serves as a hub for institutions and mountain recreation in this mid-century survey. The landscape is defined by the Blue Ridge Mountains, where the Southern railroad and Us 70 traverse the Swannanoa Gap near Ridgecrest. Significant local landmarks include the Fellowship Sanatorium, State Hospital, and the Mountain Orphanage Juvenile Evaluation Center. To the south, the Blue Ridge YMCA Camp is situated near Laurel Lake, while various small churches like Wilkey Ch and Elizabeth Chapel dot the mountain hollows. The terrain transitions from the high peaks of Kitsuma Peak and Black Knob to the headwaters of the Catawba River and Broad River, illustrating a period when this region was heavily developed for both healthcare and religious retreats.