1967 Map of Canton West

About this map

Canton expands westward into Plain and Perry townships in this mid-century topographic survey, showing a landscape defined by rapid suburbanization and industrial legacy. The era is marked by the newly established Nat Pro Football Hall of Fame and Fawcett Stadium, signaling the city's emerging identity as a sports destination. Extensive urban growth is visible in the development of Hills and Dales and Whipple Heights, while the eastern edge of Massillon anchors the western border. Transport networks such as the Penn Central and Norfolk and Western railroads interface with modern corridors like Interstate 77. This map captures a significant period of institutional expansion, including the footprints of Kent State University and Malone College, alongside long-standing local landmarks like the McKinley Mon and the recreation areas around Meyers Lake and Sippo Lake.