1967 Map of Canton West

About this map

Canton and its western suburbs appear during a period of significant mid-century expansion, showcasing the dense residential and institutional growth of Stark County. The map highlights major cultural landmarks including the Nat Pro Football Hall of Fame and the nearby McKinley Monument and McKinley Memorial Park. The landscape is a mix of established industrial zones near the Norfolk and Western lines and newer suburban developments like Hills and Dales and Whipple Heights. Educational and religious institutions are particularly dense here, ranging from the Kent State University campus and Brunnerdale Seminary to numerous parochial schools like St Johns Sch and Our Lady of Peace Sch. This survey also documents the local water features like Meyers Lake and Lake Cable as they became centers for community activity and residential planning.