1943 Map of Cave City

About this map

Cave City sits at the heart of this mid-century survey, positioned along the border where Sharp and Independence Counties meet. This era in north-central Arkansas is defined by a network of rural schools and congregations that served as the social backbone for dispersed farming families. The landscape is marked by landmarks such as Maxville Church and Maxville School in the north, while Hickory Valley and Grays Chapel anchor the southern reaches. Numerous named hills like Smith Hill and Wilmutt Hill break up the terrain between the headwaters of Curia Creek and Dota Creek. This record captures the transition from isolated rural life to a more connected community, evidenced by the established Cave City Cemetery and the convergence of local routes like the Sidney Road.