1962 Map of Cottage Grove

About this map

Cottage Grove serves as the central hub of this Dane County landscape, where the Chicago and North Western railroad cuts a diagonal path through the glacial terrain. The map captures a period of transition, showing established rural settlements like Vilas, Hope, and Nora alongside developing infrastructure and numerous Gravel Pit operations. Natural features like Koshkonong Creek and Door Creek define the drainage patterns of the area, while Seminary Springs and the prominent Liberty Mound provide distinct topographical landmarks. This edition includes 1980s photorevisions, indicated in purple, which highlight the expansion of local road networks and residential footprints around the original village centers. For genealogists, the map preserves the exact locations of the Cottage Grove Cem and Liberty Prairie Cem, providing a precise geographic context for historical research.