1959 Map of Boone

About this map

Boone serves as the focal point for this survey, showing the growth of Appalachian State Teachers College and the surrounding neighborhoods of Hillerest and Perkinsville. The landscape is defined by the high peaks of Rich Mountain and Howard Knob, which overlook a network of family farms and mountain churches like Howard Creek Ch and Mt View Ch. To the south, the development of leisure and conservation is evident through the extensive grounds of Moses H Cone Memorial Park and Julian Price Memorial Park. The map documents a period of significant recreational growth, featuring sites like Camp Sky Ranch and the Boone Golf Course. Cultural and historic landmarks are numerous, including the Tweetsie RR and the Craft center near Bass Lake, illustrating the intersection of traditional Appalachian mountain life and the emerging tourism economy along the Blue Ridge Parkway.