1966 Map of Central Park

About this map

The dense urban grid of Manhattan and the Bronx meets the rugged New Jersey Palisades across the Hudson River in this detailed mid-century survey. Notable for its concentration of world-renowned institutions, the map documents the geographic relationship between Central Park, Columbia University, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The industrial and maritime character of the era is evident along the Harlem River and East River, where numerous channels and islands like Wards Island and Randalls Island define the waterways. Transportation infrastructure is a primary focus, illustrating the massive spans of the George Washington Bridge and the Triborough Bridge alongside the rail corridors of Conrail. On the New Jersey side, the suburban development of Fort Lee and Cliffside Park contrasts with the preserved green space of Palisades Interstate Park.